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What you have described is not a "best method;" it's a compromise due to limited resources. Using multiple complementary methods will always result in a lower r
by carbocation 15y ago
What you have described is not a "best method;" it's a compromise due to limited resources. Using multiple complementary methods will always result in a lower risk than deciding on any one of the options.
- Resident_Geek 15y agoWhat I've described is why, in my opinion, birth control methods that target opposite genders are still mutually comparable.
- carbocation 15y agoBy that standard, an IUD is better than this because of the battery of Stage III and postmarketing trials supporting its effectiveness. But I disagree with your standard and find it to create a false dichotomy where there need be none.
- Resident_Geek 15y agoThe dichotomy exists regardless of your not acknowledging it, though. I have _had_ these conversations and made these comparisons. My current girlfriend and I switched from condoms to the pill, despite the extra responsibility for her and the definite potential for side effects, because it's a better form of contraception, period. The very instant we can switch to RISUG we will, because all available data indicates that it's better in an absolute sense.
- carbocation 15y agoThe dichotomy is still false. Adding RISUG to what you are currently using (OCP) will be more effective than merely switching from one to the other.