Consultation by gynecologist on contraception issues in Kharkov

The surveys among the female patients of the gynecological unit of «ON Clinic Kharkiv» on the topic: “What contraceptives do you use and why?” showed ambiguous results.

On the one hand, 99% of women recognize that the success of relationships and the health of women are closely related to the reasonable planning of pregnancy. On the other hand, more than 50% of patients do not use contraceptives. There are various reasons: no time, laziness, nothing fits, etc.
Gynecologists of «ON Clinic Kharkiv» do not just talk about the need for safe sex but also help each woman choose the method of contraception that will best suit her wishes, lifestyle, and health.

Hormonal drugs:

• Birth control patch. It acts through the pores of the skin without replacement for several weeks and does not require any special care. Such a patch is convenient for those who often “forget” to use contraceptive methods.
• Pills. Gynecologists of «ON Clinic Kharkiv» choose them individually - such thoroughness helps excluding side effects.
• Intrauterine device. If a woman has no contraindications for its installation, the device can be the most convenient and simple contraceptive method. It is great for both young and older women. It can be withdrawn at any time without loss of fertility.

In special cases, gynecologists of «ON Clinic Kharkiv» resort to methods of emergency contraception. Within 72 hours after unprotected sexual intercourse, it is possible to prevent the attachment of the ovum to the wall of the uterus. For this, special pills or intrauterine devices are used. Their use is possible under certain conditions:

• emergency contraception cannot be performed independently but after examination and under medical supervision only.
• do not use this method to prevent pregnancy too often.

Methods of planned or emergency contraception in «ON Clinic Kharkiv» are selected after a comprehensive diagnosis, including colposcopy and ultrasound examination. In the case of unprotected sexual intercourse with a new partner, an examination for latent infections is also conducted. This approach allows not only finding the appropriate methods of protection but also maintaining the health of the female reproductive system.