Introduction
A diaphragm is a soft, latex or silicone dome-shaped barrier that is placed in the vagina with sperm-killing (spermicidal) jelly before sexual intercourse. It covers the cervix, kills sperm, and blocks the passage of sperm into the cervix. This method does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
A diaphragm must be fitted by a health care provider during a pelvic exam. A health care provider will measure your vagina prior to prescribing a diaphragm. You will also learn about use, care, and problems of a diaphragm during the exam. If you have significant weight changes (you gain or lose 20% of your body weight) or become pregnant, it is important to have the diaphragm rechecked and possibly refitted. The diaphragm …show more content…
If you are uncomfortable, then it is not inserted properly. Try inserting it again.
Leave the diaphragm in for 6 to 8 hours after intercourse. If intercourse occurs again within these 6 hours, another application of spermicide is needed.
The diaphragm should not be left in place for longer than 24 hours.
Follow these instructions at home:
Wash the diaphragm with mild soap and warm water. Rinse it thoroughly and dry it completely after every use.
Only use water-based lubricants with the diaphragm. Oil-based lubricants can damage the diaphragm.
Do not use talc on the diaphragm.
Do not use the diaphragm if:
You had a baby in the last 2 months.
You have a vaginal infection.
You are having a menstrual period.
You had a recent surgery on your cervix or vagina.
You have vaginal bleeding of unknown cause.
Your sex partner is allergic to latex or spermicides.
Contact a health care provider if:
You have pain during sexual intercourse when using the diaphragm.
The diaphragm slips out of place during sexual intercourse.
You have blood in your urine.
You have burning or pain when you urinate.
You find a hole in the
A diaphragm is a soft, latex or silicone dome-shaped barrier that is placed in the vagina with sperm-killing (spermicidal) jelly before sexual intercourse. It covers the cervix, kills sperm, and blocks the passage of sperm into the cervix. This method does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
A diaphragm must be fitted by a health care provider during a pelvic exam. A health care provider will measure your vagina prior to prescribing a diaphragm. You will also learn about use, care, and problems of a diaphragm during the exam. If you have significant weight changes (you gain or lose 20% of your body weight) or become pregnant, it is important to have the diaphragm rechecked and possibly refitted. The diaphragm …show more content…
If you are uncomfortable, then it is not inserted properly. Try inserting it again.
Leave the diaphragm in for 6 to 8 hours after intercourse. If intercourse occurs again within these 6 hours, another application of spermicide is needed.
The diaphragm should not be left in place for longer than 24 hours.
Follow these instructions at home:
Wash the diaphragm with mild soap and warm water. Rinse it thoroughly and dry it completely after every use.
Only use water-based lubricants with the diaphragm. Oil-based lubricants can damage the diaphragm.
Do not use talc on the diaphragm.
Do not use the diaphragm if:
You had a baby in the last 2 months.
You have a vaginal infection.
You are having a menstrual period.
You had a recent surgery on your cervix or vagina.
You have vaginal bleeding of unknown cause.
Your sex partner is allergic to latex or spermicides.
Contact a health care provider if:
You have pain during sexual intercourse when using the diaphragm.
The diaphragm slips out of place during sexual intercourse.
You have blood in your urine.
You have burning or pain when you urinate.
You find a hole in the