What are the different methods of contraception?

Explanation

Contraceptive methods can be broadly divided into the following types.
• Natural method :
It involves avoiding the chances of meeting ofsperms and ovum, In this method, the sexual act is avoided from day `10^(th)` to `17^(th)` of the menstrual cycle because during this period, ovulation is expected and therefore the chance of fertilization are very high.
• Barrier method :
In this method, the fertilization ofovum and sperm is prevented with the help of barriers. Barriers are avilable for both males and females. Condoms are barriers made ofthin rubber that are used to cover penis in male and vagina in females.
• Oral contraceptives :
In this method tablets or drugs are taken orally. These contain small doses of harmones that prevent the release of eggs and thus fertilization cannot occur.
• Implants and surgical methods :Contraceptive devices such as the loop or copper - T are placed in uterus to prevent pregnacy. Some surgical methods can also be. used to block the gamete transfer to prevent The transfer of sperms known as vastectomy. Similarly, fallopian tubes of the female can be blocked so that egg will not reach the uterus known as tubectomy.