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After reading many posts in the forum, I felt it was time to some good facts for everything one. When reading this, please take note of the underlined and bold words.
Being safe
By now most of you should know that there are all kinds of STD's ( Sexually Transmitted Diseases ) out there. You can't always tell of someone has a STD just by looking at them, so you need to play it safe when it comes to sex by using condoms. Condoms will keep you from getting STD's and also from getting or becoming pregnant. Everyone here is 13 or older, the last thing anyone here needs is to have a kid on the way.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Read the list of STD's below, you will see having sex without a condom can end up going bad.
AIDS and HIV - Human immunodeficiency virus or HIV, is a virus that attacks the immune system resulting in Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, or AIDS.
Chancroid - A treatable bacterial infection that causes painful sores.
Chlamydia - A treatable bacterial infection that can scar the fallopian tubes affecting a woman's ability to have children.
Crabs - Also known as pediculosis pubis, crabs are parasites or bugs that live on the pubic hair in the genital area.
Gonorrhea - A treatable bacterial infection of the penis, vagina or anus that causes pain, or burning feeling as well as a pus-like discharge. Also known as "the clap".
Hepatitis - A disease that affects the liver. There are more than four types. A and B are the most common.
Herpes - Genital herpes is a recurrent skin condition that can cause skin irritations in the genital region (anus, vagina, penis).
Human Papillomavirus / Genital Warts - Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a virus that affects the skin in the genital area, as well as a female's cervix. Depending on the type of HPV involved, symptoms can be in the form of wart-like growths, or abnormal cell changes.
Molluscum Contagiosum - Molluscum Contagiosum is a skin disease that is caused by a virus, usually causing lesions or bumps.
Nongonococcal Urethritis (NGU) - Nongonococcal urethritis (or NGU) is a treatable bacterial infection of the urethra (the tube within the penis) often times associated with chlamydia.
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease - An infection of the female reproductive organs by chlamydia, gonorrhea or other bacteria. Also known as PID.
Scabies - Scabies is a treatable skin disease that is caused by a parasite.
Syphilis - A treatable bacterial infection that can spread throughout the body and affect the heart, brain, nerves. Also known as "syph".
Vaginitis - Caused by different germs including yeast and trichomoniasis, vaginitis is an infection of the vagina resulting in itching, burning, vaginal discharge and an odd odor.
All that listed above is no joke, your body parts can rot and all kinds of bad things will happen!
Sex can be fun, but you need to keep safety in mind when your doing this. Having sex using a condom is a great idea, BUT to be sure that the girl doesn't get pregnant she should be put on the pill, patch or shot. Condoms will keep you from getting pregnant, but there is a chance of them breaking so its better if the girl is on birth control. Using both keeps you safe from anything bad happening.
How to use a Male condom
Treat condoms gently and keep them out of the sun. With latex condoms, never use lotions, baby oil, Vaseline or cold cream--the oil in these products weakens the condom. If you use a lubricant, use one made with water (such as K-Y jelly or glycerin). Put the condom on before the penis touches the vagina, mouth or anus.
Hold the condom by the tip to squeeze out the air. Leave some space at the tip to hold the sperm. Unroll the condom all the way over the erect penis. After sex, the man should hold the condom at the rim and pull out slowly while the penis is still hard.
Use a new condom if you want to have sex again or if you want to have sex in a different place (for example, in the anus and then in the vagina).
How to use a Female condom
The female condom is a polyurethane (plastic) pouch that fits inside a woman's vagina. It has a soft ring on each end. The outer ring stays on the outside of the vagina and partly covers the labia (lips). The inner ring fits on the inside of the vagina, somewhat like a diaphragm, to hold the condom in place.
Insert the condom any time before the penis touches the vagina. Add lubricant to the inside of the condom. Squeeze the inner ring of the condom. Put the inner ring and pouch inside the vagina.
With your finger, push the inner ring as far into the vagina as it will go. The outer ring stays outside the vagina. Guide the penis into the condom. Remove the condom before standing up. Pull out gently.
About the Birth Control Pill
What Is It?
The birth control pill is a daily pill that contains the hormones estrogen and progesterone that prevent pregnancy (also called the Pill).
How Does It Work?
Most birth control pills contain the combination of the hormones estrogen and progesterone to prevent ovulation (the release of an egg during the monthly cycle). If a woman doesn't ovulate she cannot get pregnant because there is no egg to be fertilized.
One type of birth control pill, known as the Minipill, contains only the hormone progesterone. Although progesterone alone may prevent ovulation, this may not occur reliably every month. The Minipill also works by thickening the mucous around the cervix, which prevents the sperm from entering the uterus. It also affects the lining of the uterus so if the egg is fertilized it cannot attach to the wall of the uterus.
The combination pill comes in either a 21-day pack or a 28-day pack. One hormone pill is taken each day at about the same time for 21 days. Depending on your pack, you will stop taking pills for 7 days or you will take a reminder pill (that contains no hormones) for 7 days. A woman has her period when she stops taking the pills with hormones. Some women prefer the 28-day pack because it helps them stay in the habit of taking a pill every day.
The Minipill is taken every day - there are no reminder pills. On the Minipill you may have no period or you may go several months without a period, which means you are not ovulating. If you are having regular periods, you are probably still ovulating and are at greater risk of getting pregnant.
The Pill works best when it is taken every single day at the same time of day, regardless of whether you are going to have sex. This is especially important with progesterone-only pills. You should not take a friend's or sister's pills. If pills are skipped or forgotten, you are not protected against pregnancy and backup birth control, such as condoms, must be used.
How Well Does It Work?
Over the course of one year about five out of 100 typical couples who rely on the Pill to prevent pregnancy will have an accidental pregnancy. Of course, this is an average figure and the chance of getting pregnant depends on whether you take your birth control pills every day. The Pill is an effective form of birth control, but even missing 1 day increases the chance of getting pregnant.
In general, how well each type of birth control method works depends on a lot of things. These include whether a person has any health conditions or is taking any medications that might interfere with its use. It also depends on whether the method chosen is convenient - and whether the person remembers to use it correctly all the time.
Protection Against STDs?
The birth control pill does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). For those having sex, condoms must always be used along with birth control pills to protect against STDs.
Possible Side Effects
The birth control pill is a safe and effective method of birth control. Most young women who take the Pill have no side effects. The side effects that some women have while on the Pill include:
* irregular menstrual bleeding
* nausea, weight gain, headaches, dizziness, and breast tenderness
* mood changes
* blood clots (rare in women under 35 who do not smoke)
Some of these side effects improve over the first 3 months on the Pill. Sometimes a doctor will prescribe a different brand of pill, which may work better with your body and have fewer side effects.
The Pill also has some side effects that most young women are happy about. It usually makes periods much lighter, reduces cramps, and is often prescribed for women who have menstrual problems. Taking the Pill often improves acne, and some doctors prescribe it for this purpose. Birth control pills have also been found to protect against some forms of breast disease, anemia, ovarian cysts, and uterine cancer.
Who Uses It?
Young women who can remember to take a pill each day and who want excellent protection from pregnancy use birth control pills.
Not all women can - or should - use the birth control pill. In some cases, medical or other conditions make the use of the Pill less effective or more risky. For example, it is not recommended for women who have had blood clots, high blood pressure, certain types of cancers, certain types of migraine headaches, or uncontrolled diabetes. It's recommended that girls who have had unexplained vaginal bleeding (bleeding that is not during their periods) or who suspect they may be pregnant should talk to their doctor.
Girls who are interested in learning more about different types of birth control, including the Pill, should talk to their doctor or other health professional.
How Do You Get It?
A doctor or a nurse practitioner must prescribe the pill. A doctor or nurse will do a complete physical exam, along with a pelvic exam. The doctor or nurse will often prescribe 3 months' worth of pills and explain when to begin taking the pill and what to do if pills are missed. When you come back in 3 months, the doctor or nurse will check your blood pressure and ask if you are having any problems. If there are no problems and you want to continue to use birth control pills you'll get another prescription for 6 to 12 months. After that, you should have routine pelvic exams once a year or as recommended by your doctor.
How Much Does It Cost?
The Pill is completely free from family planning clinics.
Remember, abstinence (the decision to not have sex) is the only method that always prevents pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
What Is It?
The birth control patch is a thin, beige, 1 3/4-inch (4 1/2-centimeter) square patch that sticks to the skin. It releases hormones through the skin into the bloodstream to prevent pregnancy.
How Does It Work?
The combination of the hormones progesterone and estrogen in the patch prevents ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovaries during a girl's monthly cycle). If an egg isn't released, a girl can't get pregnant because there's nothing for a guy's sperm to fertilize.
The hormones in the patch also thicken the cervical mucus (the mucus produced by cells in the cervix). This makes it difficult for sperm to enter the uterus and reach any eggs that may have been released. The hormones in the patch can also sometimes affect the lining of the uterus so that if the egg is fertilized it will have a hard time attaching to the wall of the uterus.
Like the birth control pill or ring, a girl begins the use of the birth control patch on the first day of her menstrual cycle or the first Sunday after her menstrual cycle. She will place the patch on her skin once a week for 3 weeks in a row. (The patch should be applied to one of four areas: the abdomen, buttocks, upper arm, or upper torso - except for the breasts). On the fourth week, no patch is worn, and a girl's period should start during this time.
It's important to apply a new patch on the same day every week to ensure the patch keeps working effectively. For example, a girl who applies her first patch on a Monday should always apply her patches on a Monday. When it's time to change the patch, pull the old one off first, before applying a new patch. Place the new patch on a different area from the old patch (but still on one of the four recommended areas listed above) to avoid skin irritation. Don't apply the patch to skin that is red, irritated, or cut.
If you forget to apply a new patch on the right day, or if the patch becomes loose and falls off, read the instructions that come in the package or call your doctor. You may need to use a backup method of birth control for a while, such as condoms, to protect you from pregnancy. Also, if you stop using the patch for any reason, you will need to begin using another method of birth control, usually after 24 hours of removing your last patch.
It's OK to shower, bathe, exercise, and swim while wearing the patch. It should not be moved or removed until the week is up (pulling the patch off to reposition or move it may cause it to lose some of its stickiness and fall off easily). Don't use tape to hold the patch in place, and don't trim or alter its size in any way as doing so may change the amount of hormones in the patch. Your doctor will be able to advise you on what to do if the patch falls off.
The patch should not be applied over makeup, creams, lotions, powder, or other skin products as these may prevent it from sticking well. (Skin products may also affect how hormones are absorbed by the skin.)
How Well Does It Work?
Ongoing studies suggest the birth control patch may be as effective or nearly as effective as the birth control pill. Of course, the chance of getting pregnant depends on whether you use the patch correctly. Delaying or missing a weekly application or removing a patch too early reduces its effectiveness.
For girls who weigh more than 198 pounds (90 kilograms), the contraceptive patch may be less effective in preventing pregnancy.
In general, how well each type of birth control method works depends on a lot of things. These include whether a person has any health conditions or is taking any medications that might interfere with its use. How effective the patch is at preventing pregnancy also depends on whether the method chosen is convenient - and whether the person remembers to use it correctly all the time.
Protection Against STDs
The birth control patch does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). For those having sex, condoms must always be used along with birth control patches to protect against STDs.
Possible Side Effects
The birth control patch is a safe and effective method of birth control. Most young women who use the patch have no side effects. Smoking cigarettes while using the patch can increase a girl's risk of certain side effects, which is why health professionals advise women who use the patch not to smoke.
The side effects that some women have while using the patch are similar to those experienced with the birth control pill. These may include:
* irregular menstrual bleeding
* nausea, weight gain, headaches, dizziness, and breast tenderness
* mood changes
* blood clots (rare in women under 35 who do not smoke)
Other possible side effects seen in patch users include:
* skin reactions at the site of application of the patch
* problems with contact lens use - a change in vision or inability to wear the lenses
* menstrual cramps
These side effects are usually mild and tend to disappear after 2 or 3 months.
Who Uses It?
The birth control patch may be an ideal choice for young women who weigh less than 198 pounds and find it difficult to remember to take a pill every day, or who have difficulty swallowing pills.
Not all women can - or should - use the birth control patch. In some cases, medical or other conditions make the use of the patch less effective or more risky. For example, it is not recommended for women who have had blood clots, high blood pressure, certain types of cancers, certain types of migraine headaches, or uncontrolled diabetes. It's recommended that girls who have had unexplained vaginal bleeding (bleeding that is not during their periods) or who suspect they may be pregnant should talk to their doctor, discontinue using the patch, and use another form of birth control in the meantime.
Girls who are interested in learning more about the possible health benefits and risks of different types of birth control, including the patch, should talk to a doctor or other health professional.
How Do You Get It?
A doctor or a nurse practitioner must prescribe the patch. He or she should ask questions about health and family medical history. He or she may also do a complete physical exam, including a blood pressure measurement and a pelvic exam. If the doctor or nurse recommends the patch, he or she will write a prescription and provide instructions on how to use it. Those who start using the patch may be asked to return within several months for a blood pressure measurement and to ensure that there are no problems. After that, a doctor may recommend routine pelvic exams once or twice a year or as needed.
How Much Does It Cost?
You should visit the family planning clinic to enquire about this.
For teens who want to avoid pregnancy, abstinence (the decision to not have sex) is the only method that always prevents pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
What Is It?
The birth control ring is a soft, flexible ring about 2 inches (5 centimeters) in diameter. It is inserted into the vagina where it slowly releases hormones through the vaginal wall into the bloodstream to prevent pregnancy.
How Does It Work?
The combination of the hormones progesterone and estrogen in the birth control ring prevents ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovaries during a woman's monthly cycle). If an egg isn't released, a girl can't get pregnant because there's nothing for a guy's sperm to fertilize.
The hormones in the ring also thicken the cervical mucus (the mucus produced by cells in the cervix). This makes it difficult for sperm to enter the uterus and reach any eggs that may have been released. The hormones in the ring can also sometimes affect the lining of the uterus so that if the egg is fertilized it will have a hard time attaching to the wall of the uterus.
Like the birth control pill or the patch, a girl uses the birth control ring based on her monthly menstrual cycle. She inserts it into the vagina (similar to the insertion of a tampon) on the first day of her menstrual cycle or the first Sunday after her menstrual cycle, where it remains in place for 3 weeks in a row. At the end of the third week, she removes it and her menstrual period should start. At the end of the fourth week, she inserts a new ring and the process begins again.
Because the hormones in the ring don't take effect immediately, another form of birth control (such as a condom) should be used for 7 days when a girl first starts using the ring.
The exact position of the ring in the vagina is not critical as long as it feels comfortable. This is because the ring does not work as a barrier method of birth control. If it doesn't feel comfortable, a girl can push it further back or remove and reinsert it. Most girls do not feel the ring once it is in place. It can be left in place during swimming, bathing, and exercise. It can also remain in place during intercourse.
The ring is held in place by the vaginal muscles, so it's unlikely that it will fall out. If it does, it can be rinsed under cool water (not hot!) and reinserted within 3 hours. If more than 3 hours pass without the ring in the vagina, there's a chance a girl can become pregnant and she'll need to use an additional form of birth control until the ring has been in place for 7 days.
How Well Does It Work?
The effectiveness of the vaginal ring is still being studied. Results show that over the course of 1 year about five out of 100 typical couples who rely on the ring to prevent pregnancy will have an accidental pregnancy. Of course, the chance of getting pregnant depends on whether a girl uses the ring correctly. Delaying or missing a monthly insertion or removing a ring too early reduces its effectiveness.
In general, how well each type of birth control method works depends on a lot of things. These include whether a person has any health conditions or is taking any medications that might interfere with its use. How effective the ring is at preventing pregnancy also depends on whether the method chosen is convenient - and whether the person remembers to use it correctly all the time.
Protection Against STDs
The vaginal ring does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases. For those having sex, condoms must always be used along with the vaginal ring to protect against STDs.
Possible Side Effects
The vaginal ring is a safe and effective method of birth control. Most young women who use the ring have no side effects. Smoking cigarettes and using the ring can increase a girl's risk of certain side effects, which is why health professionals advise girls who use the ring not to smoke.
The side effects that some women have while using the ring are similar to those experienced with the birth control pill. These may include:
* irregular menstrual bleeding
* nausea, weight gain, headaches, dizziness, and breast tenderness
* mood changes
* blood clots (rare in women under 35 who do not smoke)
Other possible side effects seen in ring users include:
* vaginal irritation or infections (mainly yeast infections)
* vaginal discharge
* problems with contact lens use, such as a change in vision or inability to wear the lenses
These side effects are usually mild and tend to disappear after 2 or 3 months.
Who Uses It?
The vaginal ring may be an ideal choice for young women who find it difficult to remember to take a pill every day or who have difficulty swallowing pills. They must feel comfortable enough with their bodies to be able to insert a device into the vagina.
Not all women can - or should - use the vaginal ring. In some cases, medical or other conditions make the use of the ring less effective or more risky. For example, it is not recommended for women who have had blood clots, high blood pressure, certain types of cancers, certain types of migraine headaches, or uncontrolled diabetes. It's recommended that women who have had unexplained vaginal bleeding (bleeding that is not during their periods) or who suspect they may be pregnant should talk to their doctor, stop using the ring, and use another form of birth control in the meantime.
Girls who are interested in learning more about the possible health benefits and risks of different types of birth control, including the ring, should talk to their doctor or other health professional.
How Do You Get It?
A doctor or a nurse practitioner must prescribe the ring. He or she will probably ask questions about health and family medical history. He or she may also do a complete physical exam, including a blood pressure measurement and a pelvic exam. If the doctor or nurse recommends the ring, he or she will write a prescription and provide instructions on how to use it. Those who start using the ring may be asked to return within several months for a blood pressure measurement and to ensure that there are no problems. After that, a doctor may recommend routine pelvic exams once or twice a year or as needed.
How Much Does It Cost?
Again, visit a family planning clinic to learn more about this.
What Is It?
The birth control shot (also called Depo-Provera) is a long-acting form of the hormone progesterone that is given by injection to protect against pregnancy for 3 months.
How Does It Work?
The hormone progesterone in the birth control shot primarily works by preventing ovulation (the release of an egg during the monthly cycle). If a woman doesn't ovulate, she cannot get pregnant because there is no egg to be fertilized.
How Well Does It Work?
The birth control shot is a very effective method of birth control. Over the course of 1 year, fewer than three out of 1,000 typical couples who use Depo-Provera every 3 months will have an accidental pregnancy. The chance of getting pregnant increases if you wait longer than 3 months to receive your next shot.
In general, how well each type of birth control method works depends on a lot of things. These include whether a person has any health conditions or is taking any medications that might interfere with its use. It also depends on whether the method chosen is convenient - and whether the person remembers to use it correctly all of the time.
Protection Against STDs
The birth control shot does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). For those having sex, condoms must always be used along with the shot to protect against STDs.
Possible Side Effects
Many women who receive the birth control shot will notice a change in their periods. The other side effects that some women have include:
* irregular or no menstrual periods
* weight gain, headaches, and breast tenderness
* depression
Who Uses It?
Young women who have a hard time remembering to take birth control pills and who want extremely good protection against pregnancy use the birth control shot.
Not all women can - or should - use the birth control shot. In some cases, medical or other conditions make the use of the shot less effective or more risky. For example, it is not recommended for women who have had blood clots, high blood pressure, certain types of cancers, certain types of migraine headaches, or uncontrolled diabetes. It's recommended that girls who have had unexplained vaginal bleeding (bleeding that is not during their periods) or who suspect they may be pregnant should talk to their doctor.
A girl who is interested in learning more about different types of birth control, including the shot, should talk to her doctor or other health professional.
How Do You Get It?
The birth control shot must be given every 3 months in a doctor's office. The injection is given in the arm or the buttocks.
How Much Does It Cost?
Each injection (3 months' worth of birth control) of Depo-Provera costs about $50. Many health insurance plans cover the cost of birth control shots, as well as the cost of the doctor's visit. Family planning clinics (such as Planned Parenthood) may charge less.
Emergency Contraception
What Is It?
Emergency contraception is a way to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex. Often called the morning-after pill, emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs) can be taken any time up to 72 hours after having unprotected sex. ECPs should be prescribed by a doctor.
How Does It Work?
The hormones estrogen and progesterone can prevent pregnancy when prescribed by a doctor in high doses. The number of pills taken depends on the type of pill being used. The first dose of pills should be taken within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse followed by a second dose of pills 12 hours later. The hormones work primarily by delaying ovulation (the release of an egg during the monthly cycle) and are less effective if fertilization has already occurred.
How Well Does It Work?
About 25 out of 100 women will become pregnant even if emergency contraceptive pills were taken within 72 hours of having unprotected sex. Of course, this is an average figure. Emergency contraception is most effective when taken as soon as possible after unprotected sex. For example, about 5 out of 100 women will become pregnant if the pill is taken within 24 hours after having unprotected sex.
Emergency contraception will not prevent pregnancy if a girl has unprotected sex after taking the emergency contraceptive pills.
Because emergency contraception does not prevent all pregnancies, a woman should see her doctor if she doesn't have a period within 3 weeks after taking ECPs.
Protection Against STDs
Emergency contraception does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). For those having sex, a condom must always be used to protect against STDs even when using another method of birth control.
Possible Side Effects
The larger-than-normal dose of hormone causes side effects in many of the women receiving emergency contraception. These side effects improve within 1 to 2 days and include nausea, vomiting, breast tenderness, and headache. In addition, the menstrual period may be irregular after taking ECP.
Who Uses It?
Emergency contraception is not recommended as a regular birth control method. Instead, it is used for emergencies only. If you are having sex and the condom breaks or slips off, if your diaphragm or cervical cap slips out of place, or if you forgot your birth control pills 2 days in a row, you may want to consider using emergency contraception. It is also available to teens who are forced to have unprotected sex.
Emergency contraception is not recommended for girls who know they are pregnant. In addition, there may be medical conditions and circumstances where this method of birth control is not recommended.
How Do You Get It?
In most cases, a doctor must prescribe ECPs. Many health clinics also provide them. You must call as soon as possible after having unprotected sex because ECPs are most effective during the first 72 hours. Call (888) NOT 2 LATE.
How Much Does It Cost?
Depending on the types of pills that are prescribed, the emergency contraceptive pill costs between $8 and $35. Many health insurance plans cover the cost of emergency contraception and family planning clinics (such as Planned Parenthood) charge much less.
Abstinence
What Is It?
Abstinence is the decision to not have sex.
How Does It Work?
Abstinence is the simplest form of birth control. If two people don't have sex, then sperm can't fertilize an egg and there's no possibility of a pregnancy. Other forms of birth control depend on barriers that prevent the sperm from reaching the egg (such as condoms or diaphragms) or they interfere with the menstrual cycle (as birth control pills do). With abstinence, no barriers or pills are necessary.
Do you have to be a virgin to practice abstinence? No. Sometimes, someone who has been sexually active decides not to continue having sex. Even if someone has been sexually active, they can still choose abstinence to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) from now on.
How Well Does It Work?
Abstinence is the only form of birth control that is 100% effective in preventing pregnancy. Although many other methods can have high rates of success if used properly, they can fail occasionally. The rate of success of other birth control methods varies depending on the type of birth control. Practicing abstinence, however, ensures that a girl will not become pregnant because there is no opportunity for sperm to fertilize an egg.
Protection Against STDs
Abstinence protects people against STDs. Because some STDs spread through oral-genital sex or even intimate skin-to-skin contact without actual penetration (as genital warts can), only complete abstinence from intimate genital contact can prevent STDs. Abstinence does not prevent AIDS and hepatitis B infections that come from nonsexual activities like using contaminated needles for doing drugs, tattooing, or taking steroids.
How Do You Do It?
Not having sex may seem easy because it's not doing anything. But peer pressure and things you see on TV and in the movies can make the decision to practice abstinence more difficult. If it seems like everybody else is having sex, some teens may feel they have to do it, too, just to be accepted. Remember that only you can make the decision to have sex or not. Don't let kidding or pressure from friends, a girlfriend, or a boyfriend push you into something that's not right for you. And you can still have a relationship with someone without having sex. The people who care about you should respect that deciding not to have sex is an important personal choice. You might not realize it, but most teens do practice abstinence.
Choosing to practice abstinence is an important decision, and you may have questions about making this choice or about other methods of birth control. Talking to an adult you trust, such as a parent, teacher, counselor, or coach, can help.
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Please note: Although the passages of text above are all pretty accurate and truthful, they are taken from an American site, therefore some figures may be slightly different to UK figures, such as pricing and age of concent.
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