<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhen it comes to contraception, there may be a lot many doubts in the minds of people looking to use it for the first time. These doubts may emerge from the fact that most Indian schools lack sex education classes. As such, people either refer to and get misled by online information, or end up in a doctor\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are some myths regarding the Contraceptives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Myth 1 \u00e2\u20ac\u201d Contraceptives cause cancer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Fact: Oral contraceptive pills actually reduce the risk of ovarian and endometrial (inner lining of the uterus) cancer, and hence are considered to be protective. Some association may exist between the pills and breast cancer. It would be best to consult your doctor for thorough guidance before beginning a pill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Myth 2 \u00e2\u20ac\u201d Condoms provide 100 per cent protection from unwanted pregnancy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Fact: Condoms can give only 80 per cent protection, which means that 2 out of 10 couples using condoms can end up with a pregnancy. Same holds true for \u00e2\u20ac\u02dcsafe period\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 and \u00e2\u20ac\u02dcwithdrawal method\u00e2\u20ac\u2122. Condoms, however, do protect against Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Myth 3 \u00e2\u20ac\u201d If I take pills now, I may never get pregnant in the future<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Fact: Oral contraceptive pills or combined oral contraceptives, are effective only when the woman is taking them regularly. As soon as she stops the pills, she can get pregnant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Myth 4 \u00e2\u20ac\u201d Weight gains because of the pills<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Fact: There is no substantial weight gain due to taking contraceptive pills; a woman may put on weight for many other reasons. In fact, the pills can potentially reduce menstrual bleeding and menstrual cramps. They also improve complexion and reduce facial hair and acne. Importantly, the pills help to control Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and endometriosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Myth 5 \u00e2\u20ac\u201d Contraception is a woman\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s problem<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Fact: Just like how planning a pregnancy is a decision made jointly by a couple, contraception also requires couples to work as a team. The couple needs to figure out which method is most suitable for them; a gynaecologist can help them in this process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Reference: https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/lifestyle\/health\/world-contraception-day-2020-a-doctor-debunks-five-myths-6610615\/<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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