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VAGINAL METHODS

Spanish – French – Arabic – Portuguese – Essentials of Contraceptive Technology wallchart – Distributor List

The Essentials of Contraceptive Technology Wall Chart

DIAPHRAGM WITH SPERMICIDE

Spermicide AND diaphragm—methods a woman controls and can use when needed.
Must be placed in the vagina each time before sex. Can do ahead of time instead of interrupting sex.
Can be effective when used correctly every time. However, often not very effective because some women do not use them correctly every time.
Bladder infection is more likely.

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