Hormonal Birth Control
What hormonal method is t-shaped?
IUD
How often does someone need to get the birth control shot?
Every 3 months
Where can you get condoms?
They are over the counter at pharmacies, grocery stores, convenience stores, etc. Also available for free in the lobby at Lake County Public Health.
How effective is abstinence?
100%
What does STI and STD stand for?
STD-Sexually Transmitted Disease, STI-Sexually Transmitted Infection
What hormonal method is shaped like a stick and is inserted inside the arm?
The implant
How long does the IUD last?
Up to 12 years
Do males and females use the same kind of condoms?
No, there are different condoms for males and females.
How much do the withdrawal and abstinence methods cost?
None, they are free.
Common symptoms of STD are?
Painful urination (burns when peeing), unusual discharge, Itching, pain during sexual intercourse, lower abdominal pain, changes on menstrual cycle, can be Asymptomatic=No symptoms at all!
What hormonal method is taken right after intercourse?
Emergency contraception and plan B
How often should someone take the birth control pill?
Every day at the same time
How do condoms prevent pregnancy?
By preventing sperm from reaching the eggs.
What does abstinence mean?
Not having intercousre
Where can you go for STI testing?
Lake County Family Planning, Family Doctor, Walk-In Clinic.
What do hormonal methods not prevent?
STIs
How often should someone replace the birth control patch?
Every week
What do both condoms help to prevent?
They prevent STIs and pregnancies
What does the withdrawal method not prevent?
It doesn’t prevent STIs and pregnancy
What are the most common STI/STD in Lake County?
Chlamydia & Gonorrhea
What do hormonal methods do?
They prevent the ovaries from releasing eggs.
How often should someone replace the birth control ring?
Leave it in for 3 weeks, the 4th week in the month is for the period, and then replace it after.
When do you put on the condoms?
Before intercourse
Why could abstinence cause problems with a partner?
Might have different opinions and disagree, have different religious beliefs, etc.
Ways to prevent STI?
Abstinence, using condoms and dental dams, getting tested, limit # of partners, knowing your partner's sexual history, and avoiding sharing personal belongings.