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Forms of contraception – The issue with coitus interruptus
Every woman has an important decision to make when determining her ideals for family planning. In the stage of life where pregnancy is not ideal, contraception becomes an important factor to consider. To learn more about your ideal form of contraception in Katy, schedule a consultation to discuss your needs and goals with Dr. Jenkins. In this article, we will discuss a method of birth control, which may pose several challenges to couples: coitus interruptus.
Coitus interruptus is the Latin term for interrupted sexual intercourse. Also referred to as the withdrawal method, or “pulling out,” this method, in very specific language, means that the penis is withdrawn and moved away from the vagina before ejaculation occurs. It is immediately easy to see the flaws in this method. In fact, studies have shown that as much as 22% of women using coitus interruptus as their primary form of birth control for a year experience unwanted pregnancy.
Seeing the downside to coitus interruptus, especially when compared to other forms of contraception in Katy, why would anyone choose this primitive method of birth control? Initially, withdrawing seems very convenient. Being that there are no devices, product, or prescriptions involved, there is no wait time and no cost. In addition, containing no devices or medications, there is no risk of health complications using this method.
However beneficial the few advantages to withdrawal may seem, they cannot outweigh the potential risks. The potential for sexually transmitted disease, as well as pregnancy, is quite real. For years, there has been debate over the presence of sperm in pre-seminal fluid, the fluid that leaks from the penis well before ejaculation. Although results of studies are inconclusive, there are enough questions involved in whether one man’s fluid may contain sperm, while another man’s may not, to warrant better protection.
Further challenges arise from coitus interruptus as the sole responsibility for protection is placed on a man during arousal. Using the withdrawal method, the penis must be withdrawn and moved away from the vagina at the right time so that sperm does not come into contact with the genitals. In the moment, it is easy to make mistakes that could lead to sperm entering the vagina. In addition, having to be mindful of the body’s responses will have an effect on the overall sexual experience for both parties.
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Contraception is important to a woman’s life, as this tiny detail can impact her sense of self-worth, as well as her ability to achieve personal goals. To determine your best form of contraception, Katy OB/GYN Dr. Jenkins serves as your educated guide.
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We offer general care, gynecology, and obstetrics services that span all
stages of a woman's life. Dr. Taryll L.
Jenkins, MD, received his undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University and his Doctorate of
Medicine from Meharry
Medical College School of Medicine, TN. He completed his residency training at the
University of Texas and Hermann Hospital, TX and is Board-certified from the American College of
Obstetrics and Gynecology, with years of research experience.
Having graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a Bachelor of Science in Biological
Chemistry in 2011, Dr. Stephanie
Roy received her Doctor of Medicine Degree in 2015 from the University of Texas Medical Branch. Today,
she is a leading Board-certified physician who works hard to provide you and your family with
high-quality services. In addition to spending time at the practice, Dr. Roy possesses extensive
volunteer experience in the community. She was also a tutor at the Medical Careers Diversity Program
in 2012 and, since then, has spent her free time volunteering for the St. Vincent’s Clinic.
Dr. Tiffany Ikwuagwu is passionate about caring for the diverse communities in Katy, TX. Having completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Houston, her medical degree at the Baylor College of Medicine, and her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the McGovern Medical School, she worked as principal investigator on a research project with Dr. Nana Ankumah at UT Houston. A member of the American Medical Association, Texas Medical Association, and American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Dr. Ikwuagwu has served in several leadership roles and has made many contributions to the community.
Yara Ramirez, MD, earned her
Bachelor of Science degree from Baylor University and her doctorate in medicine from the University
of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston, where she also completed her residency. She won the
Resident Teaching Award from UTMB’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology for two consecutive
years.
Dr. Ramirez has researched extensively on many obstetrics-related topics. She has been a Junior
Fellow Representative for the UTMB Residency Program and a Medical Student Education Committee
Member at the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She has volunteered for various local
and foreign community programs. Her fluency in Spanish and French is an asset to her organization.
Nadia Alexander is a Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Texas Health Science Center. With seven years of experience in women’s health and a focus on obstetrics and ambulatory gynecology (vaginitis, UTI, and vaginal bleeding), she provides quality, compassionate care to patients in various stages of reproductive life. She is fluent in English and Spanish and is the lead contact for our Telehealth service.
