Male Condoms
Overview
Condoms are excellent for preventing the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV/AIDS. Condoms made of latex are the best in preventing STDs. Lamb-skin condoms for people with a latex allergy are thought to have an increased risk of transmitting STDs due to the porous nature of the material.
Condoms also prevent seminal fluid, which contains sperm, from entering the vagina. This prevents against unwanted pregnancy.
Condoms are easy to use and purchase. They can be purchased at drugstores, supermarkets, through mail order or the internet.
Notes on Condom Use
1. Check the expiration date of the condom.
2. Do NOT use oil-based lubricants with a condom. This means no Vaseline, hand lotion or baby oil. They can create holes in latex. Be sure to only use water-based lubricants.
3. Do NOT allow a penis to enter the vagina before putting on a condom. Some fluid may be released from the penis before ejaculation, and it may contain sperm.
4. NEVER reuse a condom.
5. Broken condom? Don't panic but immediately put spermicide into the vagina using an applicator full of spermicide. In fact, a condom is more effective if always used with a spermicide.
6. Condoms should never be kept in a wallet, pocket or a hot car's glove compartment. This can destroy the latex.
Ask your Physician
Some people are sensitive to latex, and may even get a rash from them. Possible allergy to spermicide-treated condoms or scented condoms should be looked into by your doctor.
Member Comments
by yeyopr on October 21, 2008 at 4:09 PM
"Great points. Thanks for sharing that info.
It is great to have info about condoms and evade STDS.
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by ratboylovelife on December 1, 2008 at 12:20 PM
I am 17 i am sexually active in i know how in when to use a comdoms. to all the kids that do not know how to use a comdom ask an older person how it could save your life. I do not have in STD.
by Gavin86 on August 14, 2009 at 3:42 PM
how do you use a comdom
by jessia on January 12, 2009 at 6:59 PM
what is the most reliable brand and type?!
by walkerke on February 5, 2009 at 1:30 PM
jessica,
in answer to your question, it really just boils down to personal preferance and how much you wish to spend. i prefer durex or trojan, and if you need to you can go to your local health office and they can help you out.
i hope this helps,
kelly (your big brother(lol))
by la-guera-loka on March 20, 2009 at 7:22 PM
im 17 yr old i want to get condoms but i dont know were 2 get them with out my mom finding out???
by Sanssouci on July 7, 2009 at 1:12 PM
You can buy condoms at stores like Walmart. Look over near the health and beauty aisle. You do not need to be 18 or have parental consent.
You can also get condoms, other forms of birth control, pregnancy tests, STD tests, pap smears, and more at clinics like Planned Parenthood or Family Planning. It's all free or low cost, depending on your personal income. And you don't need your parents there either. In fact, they'll go out of their way to help you keep it a secret from your parents if that's what you want.
by Gavin86 on August 14, 2009 at 3:43 PM
you can get condoms at spencer
by sunny436 on May 3, 2009 at 8:20 AM
itsgreate that even female condoms are available men love sex and have a condom with them always
by xxyw on July 1, 2009 at 9:48 AM
To answer your question, if you want to get condoms but don't want any one to know use services of specialized and reputable condom stores like condomjungle.com. You will get your condoms in no time. Shipping is discreet so nobody will know what you ordered. Buying condoms online is easy and truble free if you choose services like i mentioned above. They have fresh products with long expiration dates. Be aware of online sellers offering condoms for super low price. There is always some other part of the story you'll find out after receiving you order. Condoms are inexpensive so don't be cheap and spend a dollar more for something that will actually protect you.
by Gavin86 on August 14, 2009 at 3:39 PM
Im a 16 year old and i dont know where to by condoms.
by Sanssouci on September 4, 2009 at 9:38 PM
Then read the comments above. We've already discussed where they can be found.
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by ForeverFree on November 30, 2009 at 5:34 PM
my boyfriend always has a condom in his wallet but its in his backpack, is it still bad for the latex?