Contraceptive patch is an effective contraceptive method that prevents pregnancy by affecting the body's hormones.. The type of effect of contraceptive patches is very similar to contraceptive pills, but in this method, the hormones are absorbed through the skin instead of being taken orally.. It is much easier to use them. In this article from GCORP magazine LLC, you can get to know the advantages and disadvantages of its use as well as how to use these adhesives in detail.

What is a contraceptive patch?

Contraceptive patch or contraceptive patch is a safe way to prevent pregnancy... they should be used weekly.. These square and thin patches stick to the skin and contain hormones that prevent pregnancy. It is effective in inhibiting the movement of sperm into the egg.

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Advantages of contraceptive adhesive

The contraceptive patch is a comfortable and painless way to prevent pregnancy, which can be a good alternative to the pill.... The method of using these patches is very easy and you only have to change these patches once a week.... In addition, you can stop using these adhesives right when you decide to get pregnant.... The most important advantages of contraceptive adhesives> are below..

• reduction of symptoms of premenstrual syndrome
• Prevention of anemia
• reduction of menstrual symptoms
• reduction of menstrual bleeding
• Preventing bone loss
• helps to treat acne
• Prevention of cysts in breast and ovary
• Prevention of some cancers
• Reduction of cramps and menstrual pains
• pregnancy prevention

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How effective is the contraceptive patch?

Contraceptive adhesiveIf used correctly, it will be almost 99% effective... Statistics show that the incorrect use of these adhesives can reduce their effectiveness, so the correct use of contraceptive adhesive is very important in preventing pregnancy... In the following, important points about the use of contraceptive adhesive that cause its effectiveness to be lost are mentioned.

• Not renewing this glue
• Consumption of some antibiotics such as rifampin or isoniazid
• Consumption of HIV drugs
• Use of griseofulvin antifungal drug
• Consumption of anticonvulsant drugs
• Inappropriate conditions for the storage of contraceptive adhesive

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Consequences of contraceptive glue

In most people, pregnancy patches are without problems and side effects and are considered the safest way to prevent pregnancy.... But the contraceptive patch contains hormones that may cause complications in some people.... Although most of these complications do not last more than a few months and will disappear after the body gets used to the hormones.... Some of the side effects of the contraceptive patch are listed below>.

• Chest sensitivity
• Headache
• Increased blood pressure
• Nausea
• Change in menstrual periods
• Skin irritation at the place of glue application

One of the most important side effects of contraceptive glue is breast tenderness, changes in menstrual periods, and headaches.

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How to use contraceptive adhesive

How to use the contraceptive adhesive is very easy.... for this, you should use the contraceptive adhesive once a week on your clean and dry skin.... you can use the contraceptive adhesive on the arm, on the stomach, hips and back.... for this, first remove the adhesive cover.... then place the adhesive on the desired area and press for a few seconds.... make sure that the adhesive sticks to the desired area.... remember that contraceptive adhesives usually They are waterproof, but in any case, these adhesives should not be wet or washed. After 3 weeks of using the adhesive, there is no need to use the adhesive during menstruation, one week after using the adhesive, you should use the adhesive again.

It is better to plan carefully when using the contraceptive patch and change the patches on the exact same day every week....It is suggested to put the patch in a different place each time to avoid skin irritation....Remember that the contraceptive patch should not be placed on the skin that is sore or irritated, areas that have been rubbed by tight clothing.>

What should be done if the contraceptive adhesive comes off?

Contraceptive patches have very good adhesion and in most cases they do not come off even when they are wet....but prolonged showering, swimming and getting too wet can cause these patches to peel off..

Who should not use contraceptive patches?

People who have breast cancer, heart problems, diabetes, liver disease, high blood pressure and severe migraines should not use the contraceptive patch.. Remember that these adhesives are not a good option for people who have a history of stroke and blood clots... overweight people, smokers and those who have cysts and lumps in their chest should not use these adhesives... it is better to consult a gynecologist before using these adhesives.

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Final speech

This patch is a simple method to prevent pregnancy that, unlike birth control pills, does not need to be taken daily and must be changed every week... Although the use of contraceptive patches usually does not have any special side effects, but if you suffer from a certain disease or use a certain drug, it is better to consult a specialist before using these patches... and they only absorb hormones through the skin. Consult a gynecologist for use.. With the help of GCORP LLC you can be treated sooner.

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Sources: medicalnewstoday, health.clevelandclinic, mayoclinic