What is a cervical cap
Release time : 06/07/2025 09:30:01
Nowadays, many people choose cervical caps for contraception, but they do not have a deep understanding of cervical caps. So what is a cervical cap? How to use the cervical cap? What are the precautions for using cervical caps? Let's take a look together. A cervical cap, also known as a cervical cap, cervical cap ring or cervical cap ring, is a tool used for contraception. It achieves contraceptive purposes by placing a small metal ring on a woman's cervix to prevent sperm from entering the uterus. The cervical cap is usually made of stainless steel, has a smooth surface and elasticity, and can fit snugly against the cervix. The steps for using the cervical cap are as follows: 1. Cleaning: Before using a cervical cap, ensure that the cervical and vaginal areas are clean and hygienic. The vulva can be washed with warm water and then gently dried with a paper towel. 2. Insertion: Place the cervical cap into the vagina so that it completely covers the cervix. If the cervical cap is too large or tight, it may cause discomfort or pain. 3. Fixation: Secure the cervical cap with your fingers to ensure it does not move. If necessary, gently press the cervical cap with your fingers until you feel a slight resistance. 4. Retention: During sex, the position of the cervical cap needs to be maintained to prevent sperm from entering the uterus. If the cervical cap is removed immediately after sex, it may affect contraceptive effectiveness. Precautions for using cervical caps: 1. Choose the right size: The cervical cap should be sized to fit your cervix. If the size is not appropriate, it may cause discomfort or pain. 2. Avoid overuse: Although cervical caps are an effective contraceptive, overuse can cause cervical damage. It is recommended to replace the cervical cap every three months. 3. Pay attention to infection: Cervical caps may cause infection, so pay attention to personal hygiene during use and avoid using expired or unclean cervical caps. 4. Consult your doctor: If you have any questions or concerns, please consult your doctor. They can provide more detailed suggestions based on your specific situation.
What is a cervical cap? Before you understand the relevant knowledge about cervical caps, you must first understand what a cervical cap is, what a cervical cap does, and how it works simply.
According to the introduction of relevant cervical caps, women can see whether it suits their situation so that they can make a choice.
1. Cervical caps, also known as uterine caps, are divided into various models. The model name is generally determined by the diameter of the outer circle. For example, the cervical cap with an outer circle diameter of 50 mm is No. 50. Other models are similar and are generally divided into 7 models including 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, etc.
In my country, the cervical caps used by women are generally three models: 65, 70 and 75.
2. Mechanism of the Cervical Cap: The cervical cap is utilized by inserting it into the female uterus before insertion, and it already contains a spermicide cream applied to the cervix. As the name suggests, this medication functions as a barrier to prevent sperm from meeting and combining with the egg. The spermicide cream can either kill or reduce the sperm's ability to move, thereby achieving contraceptive effects.
3. Advantages of the Cervical Cap: It does not interfere with the female's endocrine hormone levels and does not affect normal sexual activities.
Women have control.
How to use cervical cap: Cervical cap is a method of contraception. It causes less harm to the body, so learning how to use it is key to understanding this.
1. Before the use of cervical cap, the examiner should measure the distance from the posterior vaginal fornix to the posterior edge of pubic symphysis by hand, which helps women select appropriate-sized diaphragm.
If you cannot determine which hospital to visit, please consult a doctor.
2. Carefully examine for any damage to the cervix cap.
And a little contraceptive cement on the edges.
3. In semi-recumbent or semi-squatting position, slightly separate the legs, separate the labia with your left hand, and pinch the cervical cap into a strip with your right hand and send it into the vagina. Place its posterior edge into the posterior fornix, and its anterior edge against the pubic symphysis recess. To achieve the purpose of covering the cervix.
4. Remove it approximately 8 to 12 hours after intercourse.
The method of removal is to extend your index finger into the vagina.
On the back of the pubic bone, hook the edge of the cap with your hand and slowly pull it out. After taking it out, you can wash it and dry it with warm water or soapy water. Then sprinkle on the powder and place it in a clean and dry container for next use.
Under normal circumstances, a cervical cap can be used repeatedly for about two years.
Do not contact the cervical cap with oil substances to prevent the latex film from reacting with it.
Tips for using cervical caps Cervical caps are not suitable for everyone, and there are still many things that should be noted in its use.
Let me introduce you to the precautions when using cervical caps. If you have related problems, you hope to use them with caution.
1. Patients who have no contraindications through gynecological examination (vaginal mediastinum, too short or too long cervix, acute vulgitis, cervicitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, cervical biopsy or erosion electrocautery, and cryotherapy within 6 weeks) can use cervical caps for contraception.
Women who use cervical caps are susceptible to urinary and reproductive diseases and are susceptible to yeast infections.
Because the cervical-proof cap is fixed in the uterus, bacteria can easily migrate to the bladder within 6 to 8 hours after intercourse, causing infection and urinary disease.
Therefore, if a user finds that he or she has difficulty urinating, he or she should go to the hospital as soon as possible for examination and treatment.
3. The function of spermicide is to kill sperm, but it is not entirely harmless. It may also cause allergy reactions.
Also, if the object or its sexual partner cannot master the technique properly and if someone is allergic to rubber.
Patients with extremely forward cervix, who are prone to falling off during sexual intercourse, should also not be fitted with a cervical cap.
The effectiveness of the cervical cap as a contraceptive method is also crucial. So, how effective is the cervical cap for birth control?
For women who have never been pregnant, the effectiveness rate of cervical caps is as high as 86%. Among the 100 women who use cervical caps every year, only 14 women will have an unintended pregnancy.
For women with pregnancy experience, the contraceptive success rate of cervical caps will drop to 71%.
This is because it will become more difficult to apply the cervical cap after giving birth to a child.
During sexual intercourse, the cervical cap may shift, resulting in the failure of cervical cap contraception.
2. The contraceptive effect of cervical caps is inseparable from whether the method of use is correct. First of all, using cervical caps for women who suffer from gynecological diseases or are not suitable for cervical caps will often not only cause harm to the body, but also greatly reduce its contraceptive effect and fail to play a contraceptive role. Therefore, if it is not suitable, do not force it to use it.
Secondly, if it is used incorrectly or if the cervix is displaced during intercourse, it can increase the possibility of an unexpected pregnancy.
Precautions for using cervical caps: Cervical caps are not foolproof.
The service life of the cervical cap is also not fixed.
Therefore, in the face of some common problems, we still need to pay attention to them and take correct measures.
1. If the position of the cervical cap is found to have moved during or after sexual intercourse, it often means that the cervical cap has lost its related role. At this time, emergency contraceptive measures such as taking contraceptives should be used promptly.
2. Instruct users to assign cervical caps after repeated practice. Use other contraceptive measures within 1 week after using the cervical cap. Because it cannot be guaranteed to be correct, go to the hospital for a retest after 1 week. Those who can place it correctly can use it and have sex. You can not use other contraceptive measures.
However, if the object is difficult to place or is placed incorrectly, the sexual partner can be instructed to master the cervical cap placement technique and help him wear it.
3. After childbirth, it is necessary to reconfigure the model: When a woman gives birth, her vagina may undergo morphological changes, often becoming enlarged. Using the original model of the cervical cap during sexual activity at this time is not advisable and should be measured again to reconfigure the cervical cap before achieving the desired contraceptive effect.
Therefore, the use of the cervical cap should still be scientific and rigorous.
I hope this article will be helpful to everyone. It will allow you to correctly use the cervical cap during sexual activity.
*The medical part involved in this text is for reference only.
In the event of discomfort, it is advisable to seek medical attention immediately. The diagnosis and treatment are based on the medical examination conducted in person.