Emergency Birth Control An Overview
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Emergency Birth Control: An Overview
Summary
While modern birth control methods are highly effective, mistakes and accidents can still lead to unplanned pregnancies. This article explores what constitutes pregnancy, different forms of emergency birth control (EBC), and how they function.Understanding Emergency Birth Control
Emergency birth control, or EBC, refers to methods used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex. It's a preventive measure, not a way to terminate an existing pregnancy. Medically, pregnancy begins when a fertilized egg implants in the uterus. EBC prevents this implantation, ensuring a pregnancy does not establish.
What EBC Is Not
- Not an Abortifacient: EBC does not induce abortion or terminate existing pregnancies.
- Not Regular Birth Control: EBC is used only after unprotected sex.
- Not Just a Morning-After Pill: EBC can be effective up to three days post-unprotected sex.
Types of Emergency Birth Control
EBC is available in two forms: pills and the Copper-T Intrauterine Device (IUD).
EBC Pills
These pills, often called Morning-After Pills, are available by prescription and are similar to regular birth control pills but with higher hormone levels. They come in two types: combination and progestin-only. Progestin-only pills are generally more effective and have fewer side effects.
Copper-T Intrauterine Device
The Copper-T IUD requires insertion by a healthcare professional. Effective for up to five days after unprotected sex, it needs careful handling to minimize risks like infection or pelvic inflammatory disease.
How EBC Works
Pregnancy isn't immediate after unprotected sex; it's a process that takes at least five days. EBC works by preventing the fertilized egg from implanting in the uterus. It can disrupt the process if used promptly after unprotected sex. EBC pills elevate hormone levels to prevent implantation, while the IUD physically blocks the egg's path.
Consultation Is Key
Regardless of the EBC method chosen, consulting a healthcare provider is crucial to ensure its effectiveness. Safeguarding against unplanned pregnancies is best achieved through safe sex practices and consistent use of effective birth control methods.
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