Withdrawal: Pros and cons
By Mayo Clinic staffWithdrawal isn't a reliable method of preventing pregnancy. But it's better than no method at all. Keep the following points in mind:
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| It has no side effects. | It has a high failure rate. |
| It costs nothing and is always available as a backup method. | It offers no protection against STDs, including HIV. |
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Jan. 25, 2008
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