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(c) Give any three advantages of using a mechanical barrier over other contraceptive measures to avoid pregnancy.
Answer:
(c)
Contraceptive measures can be mechanical , surgical or hormonal .
- Contraceptive pills work on hormones to prevent ovulation, or prevent the sperm from reaching the egg.
- These can cause hormonal imbalances .
- Surgical methods such as CopperT and IUD can cause irritation to the uterine lining, infections as well as complications if not placed correctly.
- Mechanical barriers also help in the prevention of STDs .
