what is the best kind of condom?
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"Trojan, america's most trusted condom"
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"Consistent use of condoms provides protection from HIV. The level of protection approximates 87%, with a range depending upon the incidence among condom nonusers. Thus, the condom's efficacy at reducing heterosexual transmission may be comparable to or slightly lower than its effectiveness at preventing pregnancy." \n\n" the chance that HIV will be transmitted during a single unprotected sexual act is much lower -- ranging from 1 chance in 500 for vaginal sex to 3 chances in 100 for anal sex -- than the risk that a single act of unprotected vaginal sex will lead to pregnancy. "\n\nAlso;\n\n"The use of a spermacide can make sex with condoms even safer. Laboratory studies have shown that one spermacide, nonoxynol-9, effectively kills all of the HIV that is present in a condom."
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The condom is believed to be about 98% effective. So, out of one hundred people using them, 2 will have to deal with breakage and possible pregnancy or STDs
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Condoms make sex safer when used properly but they are not 100 percent safe. Safety factors to check on when buying and using condoms are,\n- Expiry date of the condom - do not use one which has expired.\n- Storage - condoms should be kept away from the heat (for example, from car glove compartments, direct sunlight), and pressure (for example, sitting on a wallet containing condoms).\n- Making sure that sharp objects do not tear a condom during use.\n- Making sure that the air is expelled from the teat of the condom while wearing, so as to prevent it from bursting during intercourse.\n\nThe only was to stay HIV/AIDS free is to follow "The A, B, C of HIV prevention",\nA= Abstinence\nB= Being faithful to one single partner and\nC= Consistent and correct use of condoms.\n\nStay Safe.
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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.
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I'd take 5 condoms. Not for sex, just because I like the colour of the wrappers
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It should be clarified that the idiot 4 posts above this one is wrong. There are no pores in latex condoms, they do not allow anything through. Think about it, scientists at the Center for Disease Control use latex gloves... so latex is good enough for this job. Latex condoms are the MOST effective way to prevent the spread of HIV and other Sexually Transmitted Infections. Always use a condom.\n\nAlso, when used correctly, condom breakage is non-existant. Breakage happens when the tip is not squeezed to evacuate air, or when two condoms are used at once. Two is NOT better than one. Condoms should also be changed after 15 minutes of use.
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Make sure to wear condoms.
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Prior to the early to mid-80s, condoms were low profile, undervalued articles. Their primary use revolved around the avoidance of pregnancy. Their function in helping to prevent sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), although recognized since Roman times, was not a major consideration among the general public.\n\nThe advent of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), coupled with increased incidence of STDs in general and the need to publicise effective means of avoiding infection, led to a much more open discussion of sexual matters. Condoms are now classified medical devices and their production and sale are highly regulated activities\nA condom made from animal hide around 1900\nEnlarge\nA condom made from animal hide around 1900\n\nThe first efforts at making condoms involved the use of woven fabrics. These were not effective, as both disease-carrying viruses as well as sperm could fit between the woven fibers. The earliest effective condoms were made of sheep gut or other animal membrane. These are still available today because of their greater ability to transmit body warmth and tactile sensation, when compared to synthetic condoms, but they are not as effective in preventing pregnancy and disease. Mass production of condoms started in the mid-19th century, shortly after the invention of the rubber vulcanization process. Until the 1930s, condoms were made from rubber; they were still quite uncomfortable and expensive (though reusable) and thus only available to a small part of the population. When latex condoms became available in late 1930s, it was a leap forward in effectiveness and affordability. However, before the middle of the 20th century, many places outlawed the sale of condoms, and many subsequently allowed their sale "only for the prevention of disease". During this ban, they come under many aliases such as "latex sponges". One of the early condom brands was called "Merry Widows".\nAn unrolled latex condom\nEnlarge\nAn unrolled latex condom\n\nLatex condoms are packaged in a rolled-up form, and are designed to be applied to the tip of the penis and then rolled over the erect penis. They have a "right side" and a "wrong side" when rolled up, and the first thing the user must do is to determine which side is which before attempting to apply them. Any touching of the penis to the wrong side of the rolled-up condom before application potentially contaminates the outside with bodily fluid, defeating the condom's purpose.\n\nEarly latex condoms were very similar, but later some came to have reservoir tips to contain ejaculated semen. One relatively early innovation, the "short cap", only covered the head of the penis. These were not useful condoms, as there was still contact between the partners' genitals, and bodily fluids could easily spill out of the cap.\nCondoms in many colors\nEnlarge\nCondoms in many colors\n\nIn recent decades, however, condom makers have diversified in colors, sizes and shapes, and thicknesses. Flavors or designs thought to have stimulating properties are sometimes added. Such stimulating properties include enlarged tips or pouches to more fit the glans penis better and textured surfaces such as ribbing or studs (small bumps). Many condoms have spermicidal lubricant added, but it is not an effective substitute for separate spermicide use.\nAn example of flavoured condoms\nEnlarge\nAn example of flavoured condoms\n\nCondoms made from natural materials (such as those labeled "lambskin", made from lamb intestines) are not as effective at preventing disease. A few companies today are also making condoms from polyethylene and polyurethane, expected to be as effective as, but less tested than, latex. These condoms have the advantage of being compatible with oil-based lubricants. They can also be used by people who have a latex allergy.\n\nAs a method of contraception, condoms have the advantage of being easy to use, ha
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my husband tried the trojan-enz for larger men\ni believe that was what the package read as....\nyou can go to the trojan web-site and use their scale and they will tell you what better suits you depending on what youa re looking for.  the trojan-enz large was longer, but not any wider.  the magnum is longer and wider.  if i were you i would look for the enz-large.  i bet that would fir you just right!  good luck, and remember to leave a bunch of the condom hangin off the tip so you don't break it due to friction or ejaculation....
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I guess the amount you would need depends on whether or not your sex life is very active or not. Condomns come in alot of different brands, and sizes, ask a pharmacist, he/she will be glad to fill you in on what ya need kiddo!
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you can get free condoms from any of your nearest Civil Hospital. You can buy them to if you are not able to find any hospital that is nearest to you. They are not that costly. This the safest way to family planning without hurting any of the partners.
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Yes... never can be too safe... wear a condom too. X
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The condoms is not 100% it produces the risk don t get condoms that can break off or slip loose like dry condoms get condoms that it better you put on two condoms then one that way you know if a condom break you have the other one on. ab sentience is the best way.
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Just check the condom
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Durex Avanti were a Godsend for me & the other half.\n\nYou can get them anwhere that sells Durex, but they do cost a few quid more.\n\nLike your chap, my other half is always happy to use condoms - but it wasn't great for either of us, he said it took away all sensation for him.\n\nAvanti are made of a different type of latex, it comes up to body temperature really quickly, and is thinner and stretchier than other types.  I can't feel it on him at all, and he's a100 times happier with it.
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ok well to be honest, i would think the condom is the best way to prevent pregnacy for a woman that you want to get involved with. Itz pretty good to Std's too. Pills or anything else has some side effects that can be hazardous to a person's life. i would stick with the condoms