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Results 1 - 6 of 6 for contraceptive
  1. Hormone-based contraceptives (image) 
    Images ... The pill works in several ways to prevent pregnancy. The pill suppresses ovulation so that an egg is not released from the ovaries, ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/17101.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Birth control methods (image) 
    ... the normal uterine environment. The hormones in oral contraceptives and hormone implants fool the ovaries into refraining ... egg, pregnancy will not occur. IUDs and oral contraceptives and hormones may be used as emergency contraception ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/19068.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Intrauterine device (image) 
    ... intrauterine device shown uses copper as the active contraceptive, others use progesterone in a plastic device. IUDs ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/17078.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. The male condom (image) 
    The male condom is a barrier contraceptive made of latex or polyurethane. The condom must be fitted over the erect penis. The condom is sold over-the-counter and ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/17082.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. The female condom (image) 
    ... condom, like the male condom, is a barrier contraceptive made of latex or polyurethane. The condom has ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/17063.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Ovarian cysts (image) 
    ... disappear on their own within 60 days. Oral contraceptives may be prescribed to help establish normal cycles.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/17108.htm - Medical Encyclopedia