This Male Contraceptive “Turns Off” Semen Like a Light Switch

Females are typically held responsible when it comes to contraception, but this scientific invention may just change that. Bimek SLV is an implantable contraceptive that, using a switch, controls the flow of semen. When a male is sexually aroused, he could flip the switch and stop the flow of semen as a form of birth control.

 

Think of it as on-the-scene sterilization for the time being.

Of course, all procedures come with risks. The product website compares the application of the switch to be like that of a vasectomy, but states that risks of permanent damage is extremely low, and by using electro-surgery, is capable of sealing blood vessels as the procedure is conducted to account for any bleeding. Currently this product is still in clinical trails.

In the end, it’s up to the consumer to think about if the risks in this product outweigh the benefits, or if it’s the other way around.

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By Jacqueline Wostrel on January 18, 2016
Jacqueline (Jackie) Wostrel is an editorial intern at HelloFlo, founder of the book blog No Bent Spines, and illustrator of the children’s book Hearts and Butterflies. She enjoys long walks to the book store, political debates, cheese plates, and dreaming of all the countries she has yet to explore. In the fall she’ll go to the University of Houston for Journalism and Hotel Restaurant Management.