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Mattlyn Young

English 102

Dr. Wynne

March 17, 2017

Birth Control in America

In the United States specifically, as well as women around the world commonly

use a different forms of birth control. Different forms of birth control serve different

purposes; some may be used to regulate a females menstrual cycle, prevent one from

becoming pregnant, and many other medical reasons. Although they are commonly used,

many have started to question of whether taking birth control pills/ mechanisms are

harming or helping females in the long run. In order to determine this, four questions

must be considered:

1. What are the different forms of birth control?


2. What are the benefits associated with different birth control methods?
3. What are the cons associated with different birth control methods?
4. How do you know which birth control option is best for you?

The following review on literature will discuss the information and research on

birth control methods in the United States and how they have contributed to life, as we

know it.

What are the different forms of Birth Control?


There are many different forms of birth control in America. Some of the most

common being, abstinence and using contraceptives such as male condoms and female

condoms. However, there are many different forms of birth control. After conducting a

personal interview with Dr. Jennifer Thompson, Medical Doctor at Vanderbilt Hospital

she stated Two of the most common birth control methods for females between the age

of 16 to 23 is the Pill and the Depo-Vera shot. The Depo-Provera shot is an injection

that doctors must administer to their patients every three months, according to Planned

Parenthood. There are more than one kinds of pills that females can use as birth

control (Girlshealth.gov). Another form of birth control is the patch which known as

Xulane(Girlshealth.gov). Moreover, the vaginal ring, known, as NuvaRing is also a

common form of birth control used. The ones listed are the majority of the types of birth

control in the United States; however, there are other forms. Most of these methods are

used to prevent pregnancy, however some are used to regulate hormones and regulate

menstrual cycles.

What are the benefits associated with different Birth Control Methods?

Before women decide which birth control option they decide to use, it is

important to understand the benefits to each birth control option. Young women are

prescribed birth control pills for irregular or absent menstrual cycles, menstrual cramps

acne, Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) and for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

(PCOS) (Youngwomenshealth.org). The pill decreases the pain of menstrual cramps for

many females because it causes their period to occur less frequently and not as heavy.

The pill can also help acne to form less for young females. However the pill is a
birth control method, therefore, according to an article written on Medical News Today,

around 1 in 100 women taking the pill experience an unintended pregnancy in the first

year of pill use(Medical News Today). Which is a great success rate for the pill. The

Depo vera shot is a good option for people who have a busy lifestyle. The Depo Shot is

administered to the patient every 3 months and the shot becomes effective immediately.

The Xulane is a patch that is worn for every 21 days. It does not have to be changed

everyday, which is very convenient for many females. Also, the vaginal ring, known as

the NuvaRing that you put in your vagina. After 21 days, you take it out. You wait seven

days and then put in a new one. This is known as the most effective birth control method.

What are the cons associated with different birth control methods?

With any medication there will be side effects and cons associated with the

medicine. However, all of the birth control options do not protect against STIs. In a

personal interview with Adrianna Molinaires, a 18 year old female who currently takes

the birth control pill stated the biggest con to taking the pill is that you have to take it

everyday at the same time and that can become a huge responsibility. The pill has to

be taken every day at the same time and it takes two weeks before it can fully become

effective in preventing pregnancy. The pill is also known to cause nausea, acne, weight

gain, vaginal discharge and other side effects (Medical News Today). For the Depo shot,

if a person is having bad reactions, then the person will continue to have bad reactions for

almost up to a month after the cease of getting a shot because the medication is still in the

females body. Other side effects include weight gain, headaches, and mood changes. The

Xulane can cause skin irritation, upset stomachs, headaches and weight gain according to
GirlsHealth.gov. There are some cons associated with the NuvaRing which includes

blood clotting, strokes and also hearth attacks; however these side effects are very rare.

How do you know which birth control option is best for you?

When deciding which birth control method is best for you it is very paramount

that you have the conversation with your primary care physician. Many factors but be

considered, such as your lifestyle, for example: will you be able to take the pill every day

at the same time, or would the Depo Vera shot be better where you only have to get the

shot every three months. Other factors include weight, price and the type of healthcare

the individual has. According to the Boston Globe, Repeal of the Affordable Care Acts

no-cost coverage of contraception, many women will not be able to afford the co-

payments just to see a physician about Birth Control options. Therefore, it is paramount

that women and men around the world understand the importance of birth control and to

fight for their medical rights. Also, according to Fox 2 News, there are an estimated 20

million Americans affected by Obamacare. Health care is very important when it comes

to birth control and the options associated with birth control.

Conclusion

Birth control is used for many different medical reasons, as mentioned throughout

the essay; such as regulation, prevention, and other mechanisms. It is important to

familiarize yourself with the different types of options, as well as the pros and cons

associated with each option. It is almost impossible to determine whether birth control

options are harming or helping women in the long run, because this can only be
determined by personal accounts and experiences. Therefore, before choosing birth

options check the details of your health insurance and consult your physician.

Citations
Birth Control.com. Birth Control. http://www.birthcontrol.com. Accessed 17 March

2017

2017 Boston Globe Media Partners, LLC. Boston Globe. Why birth control is essential

for Americans health. 16 March 2017.

https://www.bostonglobe.com/opinion/2017/03/16/why-birth-control-essential-

for-americans-health/tCL83LumlEmfBIrsFjhbHN/story.html. Accessed 17 March

2017.

Center for Young Womens Health. Medical Uses of the Birth Control Pill, 2 June 2016.

http://youngwomenshealth.org/2011/10/18/medical-uses-of-the-birth-control-pill/.

Accessed 10 March 2017.

Girls Health. Gov. Types of Birth Control. 19 January. 2017.

https://www.girlshealth.gov/body/sexuality/bc_types.html. Accessed 9 March

2017

Fox2Now. Trumps administration is already shaping birth control in America. 23

January, 2017. http://fox2now.com/2017/01/23/trumps-administration-is-already-

reshaping-birth-control-in-america/.

Medical News Today. 10 Most Common Birth Control Pill Side Effects. 21 January 2016.

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/290196.php.

Molinaires, Adrianna. Personal Interview. 10 March 2017.

PBS. Timeline: The Pill. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/pill/timeline/timeline2.html.

Planned Parenthood. Birth Control Shot (Depo Vera).

https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control/birth-control-shot-depo-

provera. Accessed 9 March 2017.


Thompson, Dr. Jennifer. Perosnal Interview. 9 March 2017.

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