What is Birth Control?
Birth control, also known as contraception, anticonception, and fertility control, is the use of methods or devices to prevent unintended pregnancy.
Birth control has been used since ancient times, but effective and safe methods of birth control only became available in the 20th century.
Best Birth Control Methods In South Africa
Intra-Uterine Device (IUD)
Implant.
Injection
Skin patch.
Vaginal ring.
Pills.
Is there any side effect of Birth Control Methods?
Some common side effects include spotting, nausea, breast tenderness, and headaches. There are two main types of birth control bills.
Combination pills contain estrogen and progestin, which is a synthetic form of the natural hormone progesterone, while the mini pill contains progestin only.
Which birth control causes weight gain?
Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) is the one hormonal method that is known to cause weight gain.
Hormonal birth control methods can cause other side effects like headaches, nausea, and mood changes.