Jan 01
Contraceptive Pearl: Progestin Implant Update
The progestin implant, Implanon, introduced in 1999, has been replaced by an updated version called Nexplanon. The Contraceptive Pearl covers the differences between Implanon and Nexplanon.
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Dec 01
Contraceptive Pearl: Contraception for HIV Infected Women
Contraception is especially important for HIV+ women due to the risks that pregnancy can bring on. Different types of contraception and how they work for HIV+ women are detailed in this Contraceptive Pearl.
Nov 01
Contraceptive Pearl: Can We Improve Adherence through Counseling?
Several researchers have tried to find a counseling approach that leads women to stick with their contraceptive method longer. So far, the results are disappointing! This Contraceptive Pearl discusses why adherence is low and what clinicians can do about it.
Oct 10
Contraceptive Pearl: Confidential Care for Teens
This Contraceptive Pearl covers the best practice to confidentially discuss and prescribe contraception with teens.
Sep 01
Contraceptive Pearl: the Patch, Deep Vein Thrombosis and Communicating Risk to Patients
Studies of the contraceptive patch and Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) have yielded conflicting results. In 2006, two trials found a higher incidence of nonfatal blood clots among women using the patch than among women taking oral contraceptives, while a third study found no significant difference. How can we frame this discussion so that we communicate honestly without alarming patients?
Aug 01
Contraceptive Pearl: Twelve Month Prescriptions
One barrier in terms of a patient’s adherence to their prescription contraceptives is lack of supply. In this Contraceptive Pearl, read about how prescribing a larger supply can increase adherence.
Jul 01
Contraceptive Pearl: Does Hormonal Birth Control Increase Cancer Risk?
Fear of cancer prevents many women from using hormonal contraceptives. This Contraceptive Pearl covers the facts about hormonal contraception and cancer risk.
Jun 10
Contraceptive Pearl: Treating Chlamydia with an IUD in Place
I ordered a gonorrhea/chlamydia test for my asymptomatic 17-year-old patient the day I inserted her progestin IUD. The chlamydia test was positive. I treated her and her partner with azithromycin. I left the IUD in place. Does my patient need a test of cure? If so, when? Dr. Anjna Ganatra – New York, NY Contraceptive…
May 01
Contraceptive Pearl: What are the Most Effective Contraceptive Methods for Obese Teens?
What are the recommended screening questions and particularly the most effective contraceptive methods for obese teens?
Apr 01
Contraceptive Pearl: Can you Quickstart with Depo?
Don’t wait for your patient’s next menses — give Depo today! Using Quick Start with Depo prevents pregnancies that can occur while waiting.