Which hormonal birth control method is a vaginal ring?

• A. Birth control pills
• B. Nuvaring
• C. Copper IUD
• D. Condoms

Answer: (B)

A vaginal ring is a hormonal method delivered through the vagina. It releases estrogen and progestin over time to prevent ovulation and thicken cervical mucus. Nuvaring is the example of this approach: it’s a flexible ring placed in the vagina and left in place for about three weeks, with a one-week ring-free interval for a withdrawal bleed, after which a new ring is used. This distinguishes it from birth control pills, which are taken by mouth daily; the copper IUD, which is non-hormonal and placed in the uterus; and condoms, which are barrier methods worn over the penis. Therefore, the method that is a vaginal ring is Nuvaring.