Regulated parenthood / issued by The Hygienic Stores Ltd.

Date:
[1930?]
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Licence: Public Domain Mark

Credit: Regulated parenthood / issued by The Hygienic Stores Ltd. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    Dutch Caps, which require medical examination and prescription to determine the correct size required, are also obtainable. The Hygisan Anti Geniture, a stout, moulded flat cap of rubber, which retains its position by suction, and which is supplied in the one standard size to fit all cases; is also recommended. CHEMICAL CONTRACEPTIVES The oldest and best known is the greasy pessary. This is inserted, and liquefies at body temperature, to liberate its spermicidal content. More modern is the foaming Hygeon tablet, which dis- integrates with the natural moisture of the body, to spread a non-greasy contraceptive into every cornice and crevice of the vagina. A contraceptive ointment, Hygeolene, which is introduced by a special vaginal tube, is also popular. Besides being employed on its own, it is also used as a double check with male and female appliances, and as a lubricant. It is a usual practice to combine both mechanical and chemical measures, for added safety. Suitable combinations are the sheath and Hygeolene or Hygeon, the Occlusive cap and Hygeolene. A douche with a Hygisan spray and Hygeoids antiseptic tablets, is sometimes preferred. 4
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