Internal (Female) | Women's Health Matters - Bayer

PROS/CONS

Pros

Doesn't affect your periods.

Does not affect your fertility

Does not temporarily effect your fertility so you can stop using and try for a baby at any time.

It doesn’t contain any hormones.

It can be used when breastfeeding.

Can reduce the risk of transmission of HIV/AIDs and other STIs.

No hormonal side effects

No hormonal side effects such as weight gain, mood swings and breast tenderness.

Self-administered. Can be used as and when you need.

Cons

Can be difficult to use

Using it can take practice.

It can tear or come off during sex if not used properly.

Not as effective as external (male) condoms or other methods of contraception such as long-acting contraceptives.

A new female condom needs to be used every time you have sex.

Needs to be inserted just before sex which can interrupt sex.

Can be difficult to use

Using it can take practice.

It can tear or come off during sex if not used properly.

Not as effective as external (male) condoms or other methods of contraception such as long-acting contraceptives.

A new female condom needs to be used every time you have sex.

Needs to be inserted just before sex which can interrupt sex.

The pros and cons listed are not exhaustive. Talk to your doctor or nurse for more information.

SIDE EFFECTS

Internal condom side effects

Internal condoms do not have any side effects; however you may not be able to use them if you are allergic to latex. Check the pack to see what material the condom is made of before you use it.

There are no negative symptoms

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