Disadvantages of Barrier Methods of Birth Control
The disadvantages of barrier methods of birth control may include:
- The failure rate is higher than in non-barrier methods of birth control.
- You have to make sure you do not forget to use them before having sex.
- It makes sex less interesting for some as they feel like it affects the excitement that comes with sex.
- Some people have allergies to spermicide so they are restricted to the use of condoms only.
- The diaphragm and cervical cap are ineffective for women who have given birth via vaginal methods.