Contraception Dictionary: E - F
These are just the briefest of definitions of some of the available birth control options beginning with the letters E and F. For more detailed descriptions see the individual page for each term.
Emergency Contraception
Contraceptive method that can be used within 5 days of sexual intercourse to help prevent an unintended pregnancy.
Essure Procedure
A non-surgical tubal ligation procedure.
Ethinyl Estradiol
Ethinyl estradiol is a man-made estrogen found in many combination birth control methods.
Failure Rates
Birth control failure rates indicate how many women a year may experience an unplanned pregnancy using a given contraceptive method.
Female Condoms
A pre-lubricated polyurethane or nitrile pouch that is worn inside of the vagina during sex.
Femcon Fe - The Chewable Birth Control Pill
Looking for a birth control pill that's convenient and tasty? The Femcon Fe combination birth control pill is highly effective and safe. Information about the chewable birth control pill as a method of contraception is presented as well as some of the advantages, disadvantages, reliability, effectiveness, cost, and risks
Fertility Awareness Method
A contraceptive method where a woman will monitor her fertility and avoid unprotected intercourse during her ovulation.
