luigitornado Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 (edited) http://mashable.com/2016/10/31/male-birth-control-study-side-effects/#9yabngzOM8qO So I've been lightly following this. I'm not super keen on all the details, but I'll try and summarize: A few different groups of people are researching birth control options for men. Recently one group discovered a hormone that makes sperm stop swimming. Of course there are side effects. Erectile disfunction, muscle aches, mood swings, and acne. The mashable article says the research was canned because of the side-effects----also alludes to a double standard as female brith control can cause the same problems---but of course I'm sure male birth control methods will still be looked into. I have a feeling this might cause some ire in certain communities. So what do you think of male birth control (not a condom or spermicide mind you). Would you take it? I wouldn't. And I don't care about any double standard. Edited October 31, 2016 by LUIGITORNADO Quote Link to comment
EH_STEVE Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Since condoms aren't expensive, easy to use, and protect from STIs I'd rather use those than take a pill that'd give me side effects. That being said, my fiancee takes birth control, so.... Quote Link to comment
L'Arachel Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 I'm currently on birth control for medical reasons, though I do enjoy the "no kids" part as well, I must admit. The side effects do rather suck, but I've learned to deal with it throughout the years. I do think it's nice that they're exploring options for men as well. Condoms are always available, of course, but it's nice to have multiple options for both genders so that everyone has a better chance of enjoying healthy sex. Shulk 1 Quote Link to comment
Mao Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 If I was in a relationship with a woman of course I would take it if it's determined to be effective. Women already have enough shit to deal with, why wouldn't I want to help alleviate some of the burden off of her? Shulk, Sheri, Mystearica and 5 others 8 Quote Link to comment
Spring Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 i don't really think its relevant or anyone's business for the poll to know whether or not i take birth control so i'm just not going to answer that anyway, i think its incredibly important for male bc to exist and tbh i probably wouldn't date a guy long term that just gave me a straight up 'no' for using it. Doc Brown and Sheri 2 Quote Link to comment
Sheri Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 I'm just gonna get sterilized as soon as I have the chance. Not that I think I have a chance of ever being in a position where that would matter, but I just want to make sure my chances go from 0% into the negatives. But this is really good for those you want the chance of ever having children, but not right now. Still though, there is an argument to be made that condoms are provably effective, easy, cheap and comes with zero side effects. That said, some people just wanna do it bareback and that's perfectly fine and they should have the option to do so outside of the women taking on that burden. Lord knows they already have enough burdens to carry. Quote Link to comment
Stopdoor Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 3 hours ago, LUIGITORNADO said: So what do you think of male birth control (not a condom or spermicide mind you). Would you take it? I wouldn't. And I don't care about any double standard. This gives off a weird impression, are you saying even if it has no side effects you'd refuse to take it...? Quote Link to comment
EH_STEVE Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 8 minutes ago, Stopdoor said: This gives off a weird impression, are you saying even if it has no side effects you'd refuse to take it...? If there were no side effects, I'd definitely take the pill. Even though my fiancee is on bc, I'd take it. If I were to ever sleep with someone else (I wouldn't, but if) I'd probably still use a condom due to STIs Quote Link to comment
luigitornado Posted October 31, 2016 Author Share Posted October 31, 2016 15 minutes ago, Stopdoor said: This gives off a weird impression, are you saying even if it has no side effects you'd refuse to take it...? No. Sorry. I'm saying I won't take it because the side effects. It just seems complicated for a problem that already has a solution. Well I'm sure we could fabricate a universe I would take it. A bunch of what-ifs really. Quote Link to comment
Ephraim Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Isn't there one already in development that does have little to no side effects or something (Too lazy to google) Quote Link to comment
Shulk Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Canned due to side effects? There are quite a few side effects for woman and birth control. Weight gain, suicide thoughts mood swings and many others. It messes with your hormones. In fact due to my medications for bipolor, I can't even take birth control because the medications negate each other completely rendering them useless. I'd be very much for men taking birth control. Woman already have hormone effects due to our menstruation. I'm not a feminist in anyway at all, but I'm passionate about this due to my personal circumstance. Quote Link to comment
Zero Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Nah, I'd still use a condom. I can't remember to take any sort of medication, if I've ever had to, on a daily basis. I'd never trust myself to take birth control regularly. Quote Link to comment
ace Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 3 hours ago, LUIGITORNADO said: No. Sorry. I'm saying I won't take it because the side effects. It just seems complicated for a problem that already has a solution. Well I'm sure we could fabricate a universe I would take it. A bunch of what-ifs really. So what you're saying is you're okay with your SO taking it and suffering from side effects but you wouldn't do the same for them? That's really shitty. WEEDGODSANJAY420 and Sheri 2 Quote Link to comment
Mao Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 1 minute ago, ace said: So what you're saying is you're okay with your SO taking it and suffering from side effects but you wouldn't do the same for them? That's really shitty. On top of having to deal with menstrual cycles too. I guess guys shouldn't have to deal with hormone issues because it's inconvenient for them. (Haaaaa, I'm so sorry girls) And condoms by themselves are not magical fool proof birth control devices. If male birth control pills were to become viable, a responsible partner would wear condoms and take the pill. If you don't want to have kids period you should just get a vasectomy. (But keep wearing a condom to keep the spread of STDs down thanks) Spring, Doc Brown and Sheri 3 Quote Link to comment
Stephen 776 Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Succinctly: no. Quote Link to comment
Popular Post WEEDGODSANJAY420 Posted October 31, 2016 Popular Post Share Posted October 31, 2016 frankly, if you would refuse to take birth control but would expect your partner to, you're probably an asshole. The burden of responsibility isn't just on one person. Doc Brown, ace, Mao and 7 others 10 Quote Link to comment
Shulk Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 So I just finished reading the article and the case study report. It's bull that they would stop the study. Even the article made it clear that the side effects of woman's birth control is worse. Why would it be fine for woman to risk their lives taking hormonal drugs, yet not being willing to continue exploring options for men. Quote Link to comment
Mystearica Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 5 hours ago, Mao said: If I was in a relationship with a woman of course I would take it if it's determined to be effective. Women already have enough shit to deal with, why wouldn't I want to help alleviate some of the burden off of her? Or, alternatively, your decision could have nothing to do with any hardships one or the other may or may not be facing and is instead based on a desire to be more directly in control over your potential to procreate. It would only make sense for both participants to be fielding their respective goalies so to speak, as that would just further decrease the chance of any unfortunate 'goals'. And then if someone forgets to take their BC, or alternatively "forgets" to take their BC, you're still covered. Frankly saying 'no' to this question is completely illogical (assuming a reasonable price point and a lack of potential allergic reactions) unless the issue is with the side effects, which is understandable. When one of the side effects of a drug meant for a sexually active person is directly harmful to the progression of intercourse, i.e. erectile dysfunction... you have a problem. Barring any of that if you are male, sexually active, and don't desire to have children, there is no logical reason for saying no. Quote Link to comment
bel Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 If the side effects didn't make me go loopy Quote Link to comment
Иecro Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Without the nasty side-effects? Sure. As is? Nah. I wouldn't expect my partner to either, but mine is weird and says she likes the challenge. She says she's barely noticed a difference so far. I nag her frequently to let me know if she wants to stop, but she keeps assuring me that she feels no need to and it's worth it for the skin on skin. Kids these days. Quote Link to comment
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