Advantages and disadvantages of fertility awareness methods of contraception
Advantages and disadvantages of fertility awareness methods of contraception are listed in Advantages and disadvantages of fertility awareness methods of contraception. Also consider other factors affecting choice of contraceptive method.
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Advantages |
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avoids adverse effects of hormones, devices or surgery used for contraception compatible with some cultural or religious beliefs about conception |
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Disadvantages |
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effectiveness less well documented than other contraceptive methods (efficacy 95 to 99.6% with perfect use; effectiveness 76 to 93% with typical use; symptom-based methods are the most effective) low rates of perfect use, because they require commitment to frequent monitoring of fertility indicators and long periods of abstinence or condom use discontinuation rate is generally high contraceptive applications (apps) based on fertility awareness methods are not licensed by the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) at the time of writing; more evidence is required on their effectiveness |