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Published: 05.06.2003.
Language: English
Level: Secondary school
Literature: n/a
References: Not used
  • Summaries, Notes 'Report on Various Types of Contraception', 1.
  • Summaries, Notes 'Report on Various Types of Contraception', 2.
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VAGINAL RING
A Vaginal Ring is a form of contraception that is transparent, flexible, thin ring that is inserted into the vagina by the user. It is about 5.08 cm in diameter and 4 mm thick. The ring is left in for 3 weeks or 4 weeks at a time. If worn for three weeks, the vaginal ring is taken out, and another one is not inserted for a week. The vaginal ring can also be worn for 4 weeks before inserting a new one, when this is done the monthly period will not occur. During the time that the ring is in it slowly releases estrogen and progestin hormones into the body. …

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