How effective are comdoms in terms of preventing pregnancy?
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100% effective if you read the enclosed condom instructions properly and they don't split, but this is quite rare to happen.\nMost failures, (splitting) are caused by putting them on incorrectly, using the wrong types in some cases or using an oil based lubricant - It damages the condom.
226357
If you're having a normal pregnancy, sex is considered safe during all stages of the pregnancy. Sex is not harmful to the baby at all. As long as you are feeling well and your doctor hasn't told to avoid sex due to a medical risk, sexual intercourse and orgasm might even be beneficial. I have supplied many links for articles written by DOCTORS.....all say sex and pregnancy is fine for almost all people. \n\nhttp://kidshealth.org/parent/pregnancy_n...\n\nhttp://www.babycenter.com/general/pregna...\n\nhttp://vanderbiltowc.wellsource.com/dh/c...
1038266
The condom, assuming it's used correctly with no holes or tears, catches semen to prevent it from entering the vagina.  The spermicide is an added precaution.  It kills sperm that come into contact with it, so it further reduces the chance of pregnancy.  Remember, of course, that no contraceptive method is 100% effective.  The more precautions you take, the better.  Condoms are also the only method of contraception that has been proven to help prevent STDs.  Some people, however, have irritation from using spermicide.  If this happens to you or your partner, you can use condoms without spermicide.
75713
okay the whole birth control is wrong argument is lame. It is like saying, dont wear a seatbelt its stupid, if you dont want to die, dont drive, god will decide if you are to die. Anyway, I use several birth control methods, hormonal, spermicide and a good old condom. I use the nuva ring, which is great because it is inserted into the vagina and releases a constant stream of hormones for 3 weeks until you take it out. It is nice because with the pill, it has to be taken at the same time daily in order to maintain consistant coverage. I also use the vaginal foam, which helps kill the spem in case of accidental condom breakage. But no method is 100% If you are having sex there is always the risk of becoming pregnant.\n\nAnd FYI, birth control doesnt KILL a fertilized baby, it prevents the act of fertilization from occuring by having hormones that dont allow for a "fertilizable egg" to be produced, or preventing sperm from fertilizing an egg by either killing them with spermicide or blocking them from coming into contact with an egg.\n\nHonestly, are some of you for real?!?!?!?
312015
BEST way to prevent pregnancy = don't have sex (abstinence)!\nHowever, if you do have sex:  \n1.Condom together with spermacide = best protection from STD's and prevents pregnancy, too\n2.Birth control pill - for woman (most effective)\n3.Vaginal ring - inserted into woman and stays there for three weeks (very effective, but some men complain they can feel it)\n4.DepoProvera Shot - given to woman (many bad side effects)\n5.New evidence shows the patch is not good\n6.Diaphragm - inserted into woman just prior to intercourse\n\nCondom is the only way to protect from STD's!
315275
Yes. It would be useful everywhere. Most countries (i.e., the United States) have very poor teen pregnancy control strategies. I can't wait for them to implement the "abstinence only" non-sex ed to see a skyrocketing number of teens getting pregnant.\n\nJust because birth control options are there doesn't mean people will not have sex. However, the reverse goes as well; if they're NOT there, teens will have sex, get pregnant, get STDs, and live miserably through adulthood.\n\nI don't know much about what you're asking as far as the Caribbean specifically. But I'm all for public health methodologies: PREVENTION.
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Within the confines of marriage, sure.\n\nAnd I say this not to be religious or conservative.  I say this due to the direct result of sex outside of marriage.  5 out of every 1000 women WHO ARE STERILIZED will still get pregnant.  Even more with just a condom.  How many single mothers are there in the world because of the sexual revolution? How much harder is the world because of these one parent families?\n\nAside from that I totally 100% agree that a husband/wife should be encouraged to experiment.
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As a matter of fact, this is true.  It was reported in a recent Reader's Digest in their Medical Updates section.  No, they don't affect women.  The issue was the heat generated by the laptop causing a drop in sperm production.  It is not a theory, but a fact.  Of course, like so many things, two years from now they may come out with a study that says it isn't as bad as they once thought.
739265
Well, the pill is about 95% safe against pregnancy. The only thing that is 100% safe is to not be doing the sex deed.
1103170
The risk of perforation is about 1 in 1000 women (as is the risk of pregnancy).  Having it inserted by a very skilled person will *maybe* decrease this risk, but having it done by someone who is "practicing" on your will *definitely* increase it!  Talk to your doctor, and ask her/him how many she/he has done, and *never* agree to have an intern or resident "help out" if you choose to have it done.\n\nBut if you want to stop taking hormones, how about trying a barrier method or natural family planning.  They have slightly lower effectiveness rates, but also much lower risk rates.  Only you can decide what method is best for you.
1175364
I don't know the effectiveness of the aforementioned. Some have been around since I was a kid. A good place to start is right in your immediate vicinity. It might not even cost you anything!
664538
I suggest you stop being silly and get some condoms. The shining black 'Tuxedo' model is attractive, but there are a variety of colors and styles. Condoms are 99% effective IF USED CORRECTLY. And unlike birth contrtol pills, there are no side effects. \n\nThis 'counting days' stuff is called 'The Rhythm method'. People who rely on this method of birth control are called 'parents'. \n\nHave you considered getting a vasectomy? Whatever you do, it's way past time to stop expecting your wife to take all the responsibiility for contraception dude!\n\nBTW, here are links to info on condoms and birth control. There's even a video of how to apply a condom correctly.\nhttp://www.teenwire.com/\nhttp://www.plannedparenthood.org/
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Nothing is 100% effective in preventing pregnancy except for abstinence and total hysterectomy.  Condoms are between 85-95% effective at preventing pregnancy, so it is still possibly.  Her best bet is to wait at least two weeks after a missed period, and see her doctor for a blood pregnancy test as this is the most accurate way of testing.
257447
I don't think they are completly effective in preventing HIV or anything else, but HIV is transmitted through body fluids and condoms help prevent body fluids from being transferred during sex. Sometimes the condoms can leak or break though, which is why they are not totally safe.
276807
the only way to be 100% sure is not to have sex. as this is impossible for a lot of people they resort to the methods you have stated, which are about 99% effective when used properly.
358175
if it just for avoiding pregnancy ,ocp tablets LD(low dose)are  the good and the best way for that.....just for the first time of usage u have to use condom or other contraceptive...if u wanna avoid of std too then condoms are good but the number of the failer for pregnancy is more than OCP...OCP is better way...
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A double condom is the worst thing you can do.  It causes friction and almost guaruntees that one will break.  Hormonal methods, like the pill and the ring, are nearly 100% effective if used perfectly.  A condom, when used with spermicide, is pretty effective, too.  Obviously the only 100% effective method is abstinence.  The most important question to ask yourself is: what if I got pregnant?  Do I know what I'd do?  What if I got an STD?  Do I know how to take care of it?  What if my partner breaks up with me?  Can I handle it?  If you can answer those questions, you're ready for sex.  If you have any hestitations, no effective birth control in the world makes a difference.