Get Virtual Care
Diaphragm use
Diaphragm and cervical cap * A diaphragm is a flexible rubber cup that is filled with spermicidal cream or jelly. * It is placed into the vagina over the cervix before intercourse, to prevent sperm from reaching the uterus. * It should be left in place for 6 to 8 hours after intercourse. * Diaphragms must be prescribed by a woman's health care provider, who determines the correct type and size of diaphragm for the woman. * About 5-20 pregnancies occur over 1 year in 100 women using this method, depending on proper use. * A similar, smaller device is called a cervical cap. * Risks include irritation and allergic reactions to the diaphragm or spermicide, and increased frequency of urinary tract infection. In rare cases, toxic shock syndrome may develop in women who leave the diaphragm in too long. A cervical cap may cause an abnormal Pap test.
Dr. Jeff Livingston reviewed this
23 year experience in Hair Restoration
Is a Risk Factor for
Related questions
A 38-year old asked:
Why dont more people use diaphragms for birth control?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
A 39-year old asked:
How should I use the diaphragm?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
A 29-year old asked:
What does it mean to have elevated left hemi-diaphragm? My doctor told me not to worry, but I'm worried!
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
A 38-year old asked:
Do all diaphragms work the same?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
A 53-year old female asked:
Tearing pain in diaphragm left side?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
A 35-year old asked:
When should you remove the diaphragm?
2 doctor answers • 9 doctors weighed in
A 26-year old asked:
Do I ever need to refit the diaphragm?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
A 34-year old asked:
How should I take care of the diaphragm?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
A member asked:
Why do I have pain on diaphragm when I cough?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 34-year old asked:
What are some disadvantages of using the diaphragm?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 32-year old asked:
How do I know if I've correctly placed my diaphragm?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
A 35-year old asked:
Please suggest what type of tissue makes up the diaphragm?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 41-year old asked:
My baby was born without a diaphragm. I don't know what to do?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 23-year old asked:
Can I have sex more than six hours after I put the diaphragm in?
1 doctor answer • 5 doctors weighed in
A 29-year old female asked:
I have pain in the middle of my back and right around my diaphragm which has lasted about a week. What are potential causes of this? Is this somethi
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 40-year old asked:
How does your diaphragm help you breathe?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
A 30-year old asked:
Is it normal to have a diaphragm spasm while relaxed?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 68-year old male asked:
Is diaphragm plication an unusual or uncommon surgery?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
A 42-year old asked:
what is the best teatment for paralyzed hemi-diaphragm?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
A 42-year old asked:
How long should it take to recover from a diaphragm plication?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 40-year old asked:
I have pain starting just under the diaphragm, what should I do?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 32-year old asked:
What do I do if I or my partner can't remove my diaphragm after sex?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 39-year old asked:
How come I had a lot of pain in my diaphragm while breathing when i was cycling?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
A 63-year old female asked:
What is mild non reversible inferior perfusion abnormality felt to be secondary to diaphragm?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 23-year old male asked:
23 years old, physically fit. Got sick 3 weeks back, but still have a lingering cough/phlegm. Coughing a lil from the diaphragm. What to do? See doc?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 48-year old asked:
Receiving a diaphragm - contraception - what to expect?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
A 27-year old male asked:
What type of doctor would you go see for diaphragm pain? I'm having trouble keeping food down, having trouble breathing. I think its my diaphragm.
1 doctor answer • 4 doctors weighed in
A 41-year old asked:
always wore a diaphragm. how did i get HPV?
1 doctor answer • 5 doctors weighed in
A 60-year old female asked:
where can I get my paralyzed diaphragm treated?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
A 47-year old asked:
Could it be possible to live with a paralyzed diaphragm?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
