Which contraception method is placed inside the uterus?

Which contraception method is placed inside the uterus?

• A. Intrauterine device (IUD) (correct)
• B. Diaphragm
• C. Depo-Provera
• D. Ovral

Answer: (A)

The method placed inside the uterus is the intrauterine device. It is a small, T-shaped device inserted through the cervix into the uterine cavity by a clinician and left in place for years. It works either by copper, which creates a spermicidal environment in the uterus, or by releasing a small amount of hormone (levonorgestrel) to thicken cervical mucus, thin the endometrium, and sometimes suppress ovulation. In contrast, a diaphragm is a barrier placed over the cervix during intercourse, Depo-Provera is a progestin injection given in muscle, and Ovral is an oral estrogen-progestin pill. IUDs offer long-acting, reversible contraception with high effectiveness and minimal daily maintenance.

The method placed inside the uterus is the intrauterine device. It is a small, T-shaped device inserted through the cervix into the uterine cavity by a clinician and left in place for years. It works either by copper, which creates a spermicidal environment in the uterus, or by releasing a small amount of hormone (levonorgestrel) to thicken cervical mucus, thin the endometrium, and sometimes suppress ovulation. In contrast, a diaphragm is a barrier placed over the cervix during intercourse, Depo-Provera is a progestin injection given in muscle, and Ovral is an oral estrogen-progestin pill. IUDs offer long-acting, reversible contraception with high effectiveness and minimal daily maintenance.