Birth control refers to the use of various contraceptive methods like use of condoms, birth control pills, etc. to avoid pregnancy.
The recent study conducted by the Cornell University is a significant leap towards male contraception. The ability to pause sperm production in a reversible manner has helped scientists overcome one of the largest obstacles in male reproductive system.
A new study warns that hormonal contraceptives may raise the risk of breast cancer in women. Know what experts say about the link, possible risks, and safer alternatives.
According to news reports, the states where the term was searched the most were Kentucky, Arkansas, West Virginia, Mississippi and Indiana, where there are 'near-total' bans or restrictions on abortions.
Accidental pregnancies can put a lot of mental and physical strain on lakhs of women in India. What will happen if over-the-counter birth control pills are not easily available?
Non-hormonal methods provide alternative options, but individual experiences can vary widely.
Intrauterine devices are the most effective and safe birth control method. The insertion process is slightly complicated but here are some facts your should known about.
Another possible side effect of using birth-control pills revealed. Taking birth-control pills may negatively impact women's stress response, reveals a new study.
Birth control pills do a lot more than just prevent unplanned pregnancies. So, when a woman stops taking them, it can have serious impacts on her health and body.
There are various ways to delay pregnancy. Read on to know different birth control methods, how they work and if birth control pills can cause infertility.
It might not always be easy to get done with them as they form an essential part of some treatments.
They often follow a strict schedule. Missing or losing a tablet can put us in a puzzle of what to do next
Researchers from Weill Cornell Medicine, US, have developed a new contraceptive pill for men that can temporarily stop the mobility of the sperm and prevent pregnancy.
One can stop taking them for multiple reasons such as deciding to get pregnant or switching to another pill
Delay or absence of periods does not always mean pregnancy
Get rid of pimples by simply keeping your hormones balanced!
It is commonly believed that birth control or contraceptive pills are responsible for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Is it a fact or myth? Read on to find out-
Combined oral contraceptives are associated with increased venous thromboembolism (VTE) or blood clots, but the risk is even higher in obese women.
Birth control is a method of preventing unwanted pregnancy. There are various ways of birth control, available right now. However, the most prominent one remains hormonal contraception, such as 'a pill'.
Birth control pills are safe for most women. The pill has been available for 60 years, so there is a lot of comfort and experience with its use. A small percentage of women who take the combination (estrogen-containing) birth control pill have an increased risk for developing these rare complications like blood clots, heart attack etc.
Want to ensure a healthy pregnancy? Ask these six important questions to your gynaecologist or physician before you try to conceive.
PCOS symptoms are associated with high levels of androgens, birth control pills help lower the hormone levels. Read on to know more
World Contraception Day: Dr. Vasundara Jagannathan, Senior Fertility Specialist, Oaisis Fertility speaks bout contraceptives, its side effects and much more.
Regular use of birth control pills can cause many side-effects, some mild and other critical. Read on to know the risks associated with oral contraceptives.
There are many side-effects attributed to birth control pills, some mild and other critical. Read on to know a few of them.
The recent study conducted by the Cornell University is a significant leap towards male contraception. The ability to pause sperm production in a reversible manner has helped scientists overcome one of the largest obstacles in male reproductive system.
A new study warns that hormonal contraceptives may raise the risk of breast cancer in women. Know what experts say about the link, possible risks, and safer alternatives.
According to news reports, the states where the term was searched the most were Kentucky, Arkansas, West Virginia, Mississippi and Indiana, where there are 'near-total' bans or restrictions on abortions.
Accidental pregnancies can put a lot of mental and physical strain on lakhs of women in India. What will happen if over-the-counter birth control pills are not easily available?
Non-hormonal methods provide alternative options, but individual experiences can vary widely.
Intrauterine devices are the most effective and safe birth control method. The insertion process is slightly complicated but here are some facts your should known about.
Another possible side effect of using birth-control pills revealed. Taking birth-control pills may negatively impact women's stress response, reveals a new study.
There are various ways to delay pregnancy. Read on to know different birth control methods, how they work and if birth control pills can cause infertility.
Researchers from Weill Cornell Medicine, US, have developed a new contraceptive pill for men that can temporarily stop the mobility of the sperm and prevent pregnancy.
Get rid of pimples by simply keeping your hormones balanced!
It is commonly believed that birth control or contraceptive pills are responsible for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Is it a fact or myth? Read on to find out-
Combined oral contraceptives are associated with increased venous thromboembolism (VTE) or blood clots, but the risk is even higher in obese women.
Birth control is a method of preventing unwanted pregnancy. There are various ways of birth control, available right now. However, the most prominent one remains hormonal contraception, such as 'a pill'.
Want to ensure a healthy pregnancy? Ask these six important questions to your gynaecologist or physician before you try to conceive.
PCOS symptoms are associated with high levels of androgens, birth control pills help lower the hormone levels. Read on to know more
Regular use of birth control pills can cause many side-effects, some mild and other critical. Read on to know the risks associated with oral contraceptives.
There are many side-effects attributed to birth control pills, some mild and other critical. Read on to know a few of them.
There are many reasons why a person may refuse to use a contraceptive. But researchers say that, to save the planet, it is necessary to control population growth.
Oral contraceptives impair the ability to recognise emotional expressions of others which could affect the way users initiate and maintain intimate relationships, reveals a study published in Frontiers in Neuroscience.
According to a new study conducted by the researchers at the Loyola University, birth control pills increase the risk of ischemic strokes which are usually caused by a blood clot that blocks a blood vessel in the brain.
It is important for us to know the causes that lead to a particular condition. Here are a few odd reasons that can cause migraine. Check them out.
Chances of ovarian cancer can be reduced even by the newer forms of birth control pills, suggested a recent study.
"Many men say they would prefer a daily pill as a reversible contraceptive, rather than long-acting injections or topical gels, which are also in development."
Is this preventive measure helpful for every woman? Read to know!
Birth control pills do a lot more than just prevent unplanned pregnancies. So, when a woman stops taking them, it can have serious impacts on her health and body.
One can stop taking them for multiple reasons such as deciding to get pregnant or switching to another pill
Delay or absence of periods does not always mean pregnancy
Know about the different methods of contraception
Birth control pills are safe for most women. The pill has been available for 60 years, so there is a lot of comfort and experience with its use. A small percentage of women who take the combination (estrogen-containing) birth control pill have an increased risk for developing these rare complications like blood clots, heart attack etc.
World Contraception Day: Dr. Vasundara Jagannathan, Senior Fertility Specialist, Oaisis Fertility speaks bout contraceptives, its side effects and much more.
It might not always be easy to get done with them as they form an essential part of some treatments.
They often follow a strict schedule. Missing or losing a tablet can put us in a puzzle of what to do next
