History
The philosopher who first considered birth control
Who is Aristotle?
A condition resulting from clogged or plugged hair follicles present under the skin. It presents as small to large, red bumps on the skin (can be painful).
What is acne?
A natural or synthetic steroid hormone that maintains pregnancy and prevents further ovulation during pregnancy. Scientists use this when the body creates too much progesterone.
What is progestin?
the number-one prescribed medicine in the world and, after 50 years on the market, are nearly as familiar as aspirin
What is the Pill?
The founder of Planned Parenthood
Who is Margaret Sanger?
Common sleep disorder in which you have trouble falling and/or staying asleep.
What is insomnia?
hormones produced by the female body to maintain female characteristics and bone health
What is estrogen?
a vegetable that's root aided in the production of the pill
What is a yam?
The year the FDA approves the pill
1957
A mood disorder that causes persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest in activities once enjoyed.
What is depression?
synthetic estrogen used in birth control/treatments - also used with progestin to prevent pregnancy + ovulation
What is mestranol?
The first drug to be developed for purely social uses.
What is the pill?
The federal law that criminalized the use of birth control and/or mailing it.
What is the Comstock Law of 1873?
A swollen state caused by retention of fluid or gas (usually in the stomach)
What is bloating?
progestin medication which was previously used in birth control pills and in the treatment of gynecological disorders but is now no longer marketed
What is noretynodrel?
Women who smoke while taking the pill have a higher risk of this.
What is having a stroke?
The year the use of birth control with the intent to prevent pregnancy was no longer prohibited.
1969
Extreme tiredness that makes it hard to function
What is fatigue?
used with progesterone to prevent pregnancies and formed into birth control. It is also beneficial for treating menstrual disorders
What is norethindrone?
The most effective form of birth control.
IUD