This rubber sheath that is fitted over the penis prior to
intercourse can effectively prevent conception if used with care.
Condoms can be used on their own or with an alternate method and are
very effective in reducing the risk of sexually transmitted
diseases. All condoms should be thoroughly checked for any damage
before use and your partner should withdraw his penis before the
loss of total erection and while the condom is still firmly
attached.
While very effective in preventing the spread of sexually
transmitted diseases, condoms should not be your first and only
choice of contraception when avoiding pregnancy - Every year,
between 2 and 12 women out of every 100 become pregnant while using
condoms.
For maximum efficiency, it is therefore recommended that you use
them together with a spermicide or other reliable contraception
method, and carefully follow the instructions for correct
application:
- put the condom on the head of the hard penis, leaving room in
the tip to catch semen;
- squeeze the air out of the tip of the condom and unroll it all
the way down over the penis;
- use only water-based lubricants, not oils (including petroleum
jelly) or hand creams because they can cause condoms to break;
- after sex, the wearer should hold the condom at the base of
the penis and pull out of his partner carefully.
Always keep a fresh supply of condoms on hand and never use the
same condom twice!
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