The most effective methods of birth control are sterilization by means of vasectomy in males and tubal ligation in females, intrauterine devices (IUDs) and implantable contraceptives. This is followed by a number of hormonal contraceptives including oral pills, patches, vaginal rings, and injections.
Strongyloides StronÂ·gyÂ·loiÂ·des (strÅn'jÉ-loi'dÄz) n. A genus of small nematode intestinal parasites that includes the species that causes strongyloidiasis in humans.
Strongyloides is most common in tropical or subtropical climates. Most people who are infected with Strongyloides do not know they are infected and have no symptoms. Others may develop a severe form and, if untreated, become critically ill and potentially die.Image: Left: Adult free-living female S. stercoralis.ost people who are infected with Strongyloides do not know they are infected and have no symptoms. Others may develop a severe form and, if untreated, become critically ill and potentially die. Image: Left: Adult free-living female S. stercoralis.