Permanent methods of contraception are suitable for people who are sure they never want children or don’t want any more. You will need to talk to a GP if you are considering these methods.
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Female sterilisation
Female sterilisation is a permanent method of contraception suitable for people who are sure they never want children or do not want any more children. It’s more than 99% effective. It works by stopping eggs and sperm from meeting by sealing or blocking the tubes carrying eggs from the ovaries to the womb.
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Male sterilisation (vasectomy)
Male sterilisation is a permanent method of contraception more commonly known as vasectomy, which is over 99% effective. You will still have erections and ejaculate (cum) normally. It is more than 99% effective.