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Diaphragm
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Cervical
Cap
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Sterilization
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The
Cervical Cap 
| How
it works |
A soft, rubber cap forms a barrier to prevent sperm from reaching the cervix. A spermicidal gel, which is always used with it, kills or immobilized sperm. |
| PEARL
-Index |
ca.
5 for women who
have
never have had a baby ca. 15 for women who have had a baby |
| Average Cost | $ 25 - 50 - Plus the cost of the gel |
| Protects
against STD's |
Protects against some sexually transmitted diseases. |
| How
to use it |
Place
spermicide
into
the cap and place snugly over the cervix. Less spermicide is used than with the diaphragm or condom. |
| Advantages |
Safe.
Fertility
returns
immediately upon discontinued use. Can be inserted several hours before
lovemaking.
May be left in place 24-48 hours. No need to apply more spermicide with
each
act of intercourse. |
| Disadvantages |
Must
be fitted by a
health
care professional. Needs prescription. Limited sizes available. Must be
used
each time. Must be left in place 6-8 hours after intercourse. May
become
dislodged. Some women may be allergic to spermicide, latex. Must be
replaced
periodically. May have an increase in urinary tract infections if used
spermicide. Cannot be used by women with a history of abnormal pap smears. Need more frequent pap smears the first 1-2 years of use because it may cause changes in the cells of the cervix |
| You need to call a health care provider immediately if: | Soreness
of the
vagina;
rash in the genital area; or profuse, foul smelling or itchy discharge. |
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