Barrier contraception methods attempt to prevent pregnancy by forming an impenetrable barrier between sexual partners.
Some barrier methods also protect against sexually transmitted disease (STD). Using one of these devices is referred to as practicing safe sex.
Some evidence indicates that cells in the cervix are particularly susceptible to infection. Devices that cover the cervix may provide some protection from STDs; however, this protection is much less than that provided by devices that cover more of the male or female genitalia.
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Female Barrier Methods - Female barrier methods are contraceptives that a woman places in her vagina before sex to prevent pregnancy. These include the diaphragm, the cervical cap, and the female condom. Fact sheet outlines their characteristics, advantages, and limitations.
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