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Birth control innovations give women many new choices... "It's like getting your tubes tied," Coner says.Today Sponge· What it is: A disposable device made of polyurethane foam containing spermicide.· Pros: Can be left in place for 24 hours without having to replace the spermicide, as one would need to do with a diaphragm.· Cons: You have to wait at least six hours after intercourse - and then remember to remove it. Good for only 24 hours· Cost: About $10 for a pack of three.· Effectiveness: 89 to 91 percent effective when used correctly.With typical use, it's 84 to 87 percent effective.Mirena IUD· What it is: An intrauterine device that's professionally inserted and removed that releases progesterone slowly into your uterus. Must be replaced every five to seven years.· Pros: Good for women who want to space out their children, Wright says. Can make periods lighter and, in some women, will end periods altogether.· Cons: The progesterone in this IUD may contribute to more headaches and tiredness than are associated with the copper IUD, says Stutsman.It has the same risk as other progesterone-only products.As with the copper IUD, if you get a sexually transmitted diseasewhile using one of these devices, it can be more of a problem.And if you get pregnant while using... 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 40 | 41 | 42 | 43 | 44 | 45 | 46 | 47 | 48 | 49 | 50 | 51 | 52 | 53 | 54 | 55 | 56 | 57 | 58 | 59 | 60 | 61 | 62 | 63 | 64 | 65 | 66 | 67 | 68 | 69 | 70 | 71 | 72 | 73 | 74 | 75 | 76 | 77 | 78 | 79 | 80 | 81 | 82 | 83 | 84 | 85 | 86 | 87 | 88 | 89 | 90 | 91 | 92 | 93 | 94 | 95 | 96 | 97 | 98 | 99 | All news |
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