Contraception
Contraceptive Methods
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Withdrawal
In this method, a guy withdraws his penis from a girl's vagina before ejaculation. Both partners must be in agreement on this method, and prepared to deal with an unplanned pregnancy, which can occur in 1 out of 5 users.
Benefits
When no other methods are available, withdrawal is better than nothing.
Disadvantages
This method isn't very effective, because there may be sperm in the pre-ejaculate, which can lead to pregnancy. It requires a lot of self-control and practice. Studies show a failure rate of 19% in typical users. Withdrawal offers no protection from STIs.
Where to find it
Talk to your partner about it first. Since withdrawal requires practice, use a condom and spermicide first until you're REALLY sure you have the hang of it.
Troubleshooting
The most common problem with withdrawal is that the guy pulls out too late. If that happens, contact your doc or head for the nearest family planning clinic within 72 hours, to obtain emergency contraception.
Last Modified: September 5, 2006
