Can using a period tracking app really prevent unplanned pregnancy?
Currently, there are period tracking applications that help calculate ovulation days and show periods of high and low pregnancy chances. Many people use these apps as an alternative to contraception instead of using hormones or condoms. But can these apps really help prevent pregnancy?
1. What is a period tracking app and how does it work?
These apps use information about the user’s menstrual cycle to calculate
- Which day is the ovulation day or the period with a high chance of pregnancy
- Which day is the safe period with a low chance of pregnancy
The app allows users to record the first day of their period in each cycle and calculate the interval between cycles
2. How effective is contraception by counting safe days?
The accuracy of the app depends on the regularity of the menstrual cycle. If the cycle is irregular, the calculation of ovulation days may be inaccurate, increasing the chance of pregnancy. There are many effective contraceptive methods.
| Contraceptive Method | Effectiveness Rate (when used correctly) |
| Condoms | 85-98% |
| Birth control pills | More than 99% |
| Contraceptive implants | More than 99% |
| IUD (Intrauterine Device) | More than 99% |
Conclusion:
- Using a period tracking app still carries a higher risk than other contraceptive methods
- If the menstrual cycle is irregular or there is stress, ovulation may not align with the app’s calculations
3. Advantages and limitations of using a period tracking app
Advantages
- Helps understand one’s menstrual cycle
- Suitable for those who do not want to use hormones
- No side effects on the body
Limitations
- Cannot prevent pregnancy
- Cannot prevent sexually transmitted diseases
- Not effective if the menstrual cycle is irregular
Can a period tracking app really help with contraception?
- Cannot prevent pregnancy 100%, especially if the menstrual cycle is not on time
- Should be used in conjunction with other methods such as condoms or birth control pills to increase effectiveness
- More suitable for health tracking than as a primary contraceptive method
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