CHAPTER
ONE
1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the Study
Contraception is concerned about
the procedure intentionally used to interfere with the normal sequence of
events in the process of reproduction to prevent unwanted pregnancies.
Contraceptive use among sexually active women in Nigeria is critical to reduce
unwanted pregnancy and unsafe abortion. However, there are potential risks of
some serious side effects when you use particular methods of contraception.
According to National Health Insurance Scheme (2014), there are lots of
contraceptive methods to choose from. Hormonal Contraceptive, Intrauterine
Contraceptive, Voluntary surgical Contraceptive, Barrier Contraceptive and
Natural Family planning method.
Planned Parenthood Federation of
America, (2012) reported that not all contraceptive methods are appropriate for
all situations, and the most appropriate method of birth control depends on a
woman’s overall health, age, frequency of sexual activity, number of sexual
partners, desire to have children in the future, and family history of certain
diseases. Individuals should consult their health care providers to determine
which method of birth control is best for them.
Although all forms of
contraception are available to couples where the female partner is still
active, certain methods may be more suitable for women of different age group
and marital status on medical grounds, while other methods may have no medical
advantage but may simply be more convenient or more acceptable. There are
available types of family planning and contraceptive methods in Nigeria with
their potential risks to help women make an informed decision. Heinemann (2014)
reported that uterine
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perforation is a potentially serious complication of Intrauterine Device (IUD).
KNOWLEDGE AND PREVENTION OF THE RISKS OF CONTRACEPTIVES USE AMONG WOMEN IN KWARA STATE, NIGERIA