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Q: Does Anyone Know of a Non-hormonal Bc, Besides Condoms?

asked by: Rosie H on October 9th, 2007

Extremely eHealthy

My doctor says I cant be on any kind of hormonal bc. The side effects are to much for my body. Are there any other methods I could try? I know condoms and not having sex at all is a way but what are the others? Is there really an IUD thats not hormonal?

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Mabel

replied on October 9th, 2007

Supporter

Yes. There is a non hormonal IUD. There are also spermicides you can use in conjunction with a cervical cap or a diaphragm (both these are recommended for monogamous couples since you can still get stds without using a condom).

Rosie H

replied on October 9th, 2007

Extremely eHealthy

never though about that, thank you. Wow there are a few things I can choose from then. I just have to see what works for me.

Do spermicides have hormones in it that could affect my estrogen?

Mabel

replied on October 9th, 2007

Supporter

I don't believe they do. I am allergic to spermicides. And I cannot use hormones either. Smile

Your doctor will know all your options. Good luck!

Carifairy

replied on October 9th, 2007

Extremely eHealthy

The IUD is going to honestly be your best bet.

It is WAY more effective than condoms, and way more effective than spermicides.

It is as effective as having a tubal ligation, but it is reversible.

Tylanas

replied on October 9th, 2007

Especially eHealthy

Re: Does Anyone Know of a Non-hormonal Bc, Besides Condoms?

Rosie H wrote:

Check out this post:

http://ehealthforum.com/health/topic100896 .html

It lists the most common forms of birth control, both hormonal and non hormonal!

Rosie H

replied on October 10th, 2007

Extremely eHealthy

thanks so much Eiri.. very cool....

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