Male Condom and It's Use
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What is a male condom?
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* A male condom is a thin sheath that covers the penis during
intercourse and is made of one of the following materials:
* Rubber (latex)
* Plastic (polyurethane);the best alternative for people allergic
to latex
* Lambskin
· Male condoms can vary greatly in color, size, amount of lubrication
and amount of spermicide.
* The male condom protects against infection and pregnancy by
covering the penis and preventing direct contact between the penis
and vagina, as well as collecting the semen and preventing it from
entering the vagina.
How is it used?
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The male condom is rolled over the erect or hardened penis and
prevents against direct contact between the penis and vagina.
Step-by-step directions
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Does it protect against STIs?
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Yes. The latex condoms can protect against STIs including HIV. Testing
of the plastic, polyurethane condoms suggests that they also protect
against infections; however, this is not definite. Lambskin condoms DO
Safe sex is having sexual contact while protecting yourself and your sexual partner against sexually transmissible infections (STIs) and unplanned pregnancy. Sexual contact that doesn't involve the exchange of semen, vaginal fluids or blood between partners are considered to be safe sex. Unsafe sex may put you or your partner at risk of STIs such as chlamydia, syphilis, HIV or hepatitis B, or may result in an unplanned pregnancy. Condoms offer the best available protection against STIs by acting as a physical barrier to prevent the exchange of semen, vaginal fluids or blood between partners. Safe sex doesn't have to be a drag. Tips include:
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