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- Total abstinence from sex is ultimately the safest way
to prevent sexual transmission of HIV
- Being in a monogamous relationship (being faithful to
one partner in one's lifetime) is another safe bet, provided
both partners are proven to be HIV negative
- A more realistic prevention method with regard to relationships
would be to lessen the frequency of changing sexual partners
and always, always use condoms
- Other sexual activities such as masturbation and hand
jobs conducted either by a partner or one's self are also
safe as long as there is no exchange of body fluids
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| Introduction for the use of condoms |
- The condom prevents semen from entering the vagina, anus
or mouth. It also prevents vaginal fluids from coming into
contact with the penis.
- Most condoms are pre-lubricated. Make sure that any additional
lubricants used are water-based. Oil-based lubricants weaken
the latex and aid the rupturing of condoms.
- Condoms have expiry dates. Check before use. Do not use
expired condoms.
- Condoms are made from latex, plastic or animal tissues
(e.g. lambskin). Try not to use lambskin condoms, as they
are porous and do not fully protect against sexually transmitted
diseases (STDs) or HIV. The safest condoms are the ones
made from latex.
- Store condoms away from heat. Do not keep them in wallets
for a long period of time, as body heat can deteriorate
the latex.
- When used correctly, condoms have a success rate of approximately
98%.
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| Male condom |
- Inspecting a condom
- A male condom is a sheath that fits over the penis.
It usually comes individually sealed and rolled up in
aluminum foil or plastic packaging.
- Check the expiration date on the condom wrapper. Do
not use expired condoms.
- Pay attention when unwrapping condoms. If the product
is brittle, stiff or sticky, discard and use another
one. It is always better to be safe than sorry.
- Putting on a condom
- Pinch the reservoir end of the condom with fingertips
so that air is expelled. This will reduce breakage and
leave some space to collect the semen.
- Place the rolled condom over the tip of a hard penis
with one hand.
- Use the other hand to unroll the condom to the base
of the penis. Make sure that no fingernails or sharp
accessories would cause tearing to the condom.
- Smooth out air bubbles.
- Removing a condom
- After sexual intercourse, remove the condom before
the penis softens.
- Hold the condom against the penis or use tissue paper
to cover it during removal in order to prevent spillage
of semen and other body fluids.
- Wrap the condom in some tissue paper and dispose of
it safely.
- Wash the penis with soap and water before embracing
or cuddling.
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| Female condom |
- A female condom fits inside the vagina. It consists of
a thin outer ring and a loose inner ring.
- Female condoms can also be used for protection of the
rectum during anal sex.
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