Birth control options for women

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Oral Contraception
• Implant Contraception
• Injected Contraception
• Intrauterine Devices (IUDs)...
• Spermicidal and Barrier Con...
• Natural Family Planning Met...
• Emergency Contraception
• Female Sterilization
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights First "No-Period" Birth Control Pill Approved In May 2007, the Food and Drug Administration approved Lybrel, the first birth control pill that completely eliminates monthly menstrual periods. Lybrel contains low doses of the estrogen estradiol and the progestin levonorgestrol. The active pills are taken 365 days a year with no inactive pill breaks. - 1 Comment

Menstrual disorders

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Menstrual Disorders
• Causes
• Risk Factors
• Complications
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Medications
• Surgery
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights “No-Period” Pill Approved In May 2007, the FDA approved Lybrel, the first birth control pill that completely eliminates monthly menstrual periods. Lybrel contains low doses of the estrogen estradiol and the progesterone levonorgestrol. The active pills are taken 365 days a year -- with no inactive pill breaks. - 0 Comments

Emergency contraception

Sep 04, 2008 - Overview

• Definition
• Alternative Names
• Information

Illustrations Intrauterine device Side sectional view of female reproductive system Hormone-based contraceptives Birth control methods HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Emergency contraception is a method of birth control that can be used within 3 days of sexual intercourse. Alternative Names Morning-after pill; Postcoital contraception; Birth control - emergency; Plan B Information Emergency contraception is a method to prevent pregnancy in women who have had unprotected sex. It can be used following many different situations including rape, unplanned acts of intercourse, or when a birth control method fails. - 0 Comments

Vasectomy and vasovasostomy

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Considerations
• Male Contraception
• Surgery
• Complications
• Unexpected Pregnancy
• Long-Term Complications
• Reversal Surgery
• Assisted Reproductive Techn...
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Search Continues for the "Male Pill" Research is progressing on a male contraceptive, but there have also been setbacks. The drug miglustat (Zavesca), which is used to treat a rare condition called Gaucher's disease, had shown success in animal studies but failed to work in a clinical trial, according to results published in 2007 in Human Reproduction. Researchers are now investigating an experimental drug, Adjudin (AF-2364), which disrupts sperm production. - 0 Comments

Endometriosis

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Causes
• Symptoms
• Risk Factors
• Complications
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Lifestyle Changes
• Medications
• Conservative Surgery
• Hysterectomy
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Drug Approval Women with menstrual pain due to endometriosis have a new treatment option. In May 2007, the FDA approved Lybrel, a continuous-dose oral contraceptive that completely eliminates menstrual periods. Lybrel, which contains low doses of the estrogen estradiol and the progesterone levonorgestrol, is taken 365 days a year with active pills. - 0 Comments

Uterine fibroids and hysterectomy

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Causes
• Symptoms
• Risk Factors
• Complications
• Diagnosis
• Lifestyle Changes
• Medications
• Surgery
• Other Procedures
• Hysterectomy
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Uterine Artery Embolization Versus Standard Surgery Many women with fibroids are considering a procedure called uterine artery embolization (UAE) as an alternative to standard surgery such as hysterectomy or myomectomy. A study published in 2007 in the New England Journal of Medicine compared these treatment approaches. The study suggested that UAE results in shorter hospital stay and faster recovery time, but a small percentage of women may later need repeat embolization or a hysterectomy. - 0 Comments

Birth control and family planning

Sep 04, 2008 - Overview

• Definition
• Alternative Names
• Information
• References

Illustrations The cervical cap The diaphragm Intrauterine device Side sectional view of female reproductive system The male condom Hormone-based contraceptives Tubal ligation Vaginal ring Tubal ligation - series Barrier methods of birth control - series Birth control pill - series Before and after vasectomy HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Which form of birth control you choose depends on a number of different factors, including your health, how often you have sex, and whether or not you want children. Alternative Names Contraception; Family planning and contraception Information Here are some factors to consider when selecting a birth control method:

• Effectiveness -- how well does the method prevent pregnancy? Look at the number of pregnancies in 100 women using that method over a period of one year. - 0 Comments
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Ectopic pregnancy

Sep 03, 2008 - Overview

• Definition
• Alternative Names
• Causes, incidence, and risk factors
• Symptoms
• Signs and tests
• Treatment
• Expectations (prognosis)
• Complications
• Calling your health care provider
• Prevention
• References

Illustrations Pelvic laparoscopy Ultrasound in pregnancy Female reproductive anatomy Uterus Ultrasound, normal fetus - foot Ectopic pregnancy HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition An ectopic pregnancy is an abnormal pregnancy that occurs outside the womb (uterus). The baby cannot survive. Alternative Names Tubal pregnancy; Cervical pregnancy; Abdominal pregnancy Causes, incidence, and risk factors An ectopic pregnancy occurs when the baby starts to develop outside the womb (uterus). - 0 Comments

Adolescent pregnancy

Sep 04, 2008 - Overview

• Definition
• Alternative Names
• Causes, incidence, and risk factors
• Symptoms
• Signs and tests
• Treatment
• Expectations (prognosis)
• Complications
• Calling your health care provider
• Prevention
• References

Illustrations Ultrasound in pregnancy Adolescent pregnancy Ultrasound, normal fetus - abdomen measurements Ultrasound, normal fetus - arm and legs Ultrasound, normal placenta - Braxton Hicks Ultrasound, normal fetus - face Ultrasound, normal fetus - femur measurement Ultrasound, normal fetus - foot Ultrasound, normal fetus - head measurements Ultrasound, normal fetus - heartbeat Ultrasound, normal fetus - heartbeat Ultrasound, normal fetus - arms and legs Ultrasound, normal relaxed placenta Ultrasound, normal fetus - profile view Ultrasound, normal fetus - spine and ribs Ultrasound, color - normal umbilical cord Ultrasound, normal fetus - ventricles of brain HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Adolescent pregnancy is pregnancy in girls age 19 or younger. Alternative Names Teenage pregnancy; Pregnancy - teenage Causes, incidence, and risk factors The rate of adolescent pregnancy has steadily declined since reaching an all-time high in 1990, mostly due to the increased use of condoms. Since no form of contraception is completely effective, abstinence (not having sexual intercourse) is the only sure way to prevent pregnancy. - 0 Comments