MALE AND FEMALE CONDOM

1. MALE CONDOM
1.1 Definition
A male condom is a sheath of thin material that covers to penis. Male
condoms come in several brands, styles, and size. The type of material used to
make condoms varies, however the most common material is latex. If used
male condoms correctly, around 3 pregnancies may result per 100 women per
year.

1.2 Advantage
When used consistently and correctly with every act of sexual intercourse,
male condoms can prevent pregnancy and STDs, including HIV/ AIDS. They
are safe, and have no hormonal side-effects. They can be stopped at any time,
and fertility returns shortly after each use. They are very easy to find and use
without seeing a healthcare provider first. Moreover, men of any age can use
them, and using a condom enables a man to take responsibility for preventing
pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections.
1.3 Disadvantage

Women have to rely on the mans cooperation to protect themselves from

pregnancy and disease.

Some people connect condoms with immoral sex, sex outside marriage, or
sex with prostitutes, and do not want to use them.

Some people are too embarrassed to buy, ask a partner to use, put on, take

off, or throw away condoms.

Latex condoms may cause itching for a few people who are allergic to

latex and/or lubricants.

There is a small possibility that a condom will slip off during sex.
Condoms can weaken and may break during use if stored for too long or in
too much heat, sunlight or humidity, or if used with oil-based lubricants,
such as vaseline or edible oils.

1.4 How to Use Male Condom

Open the condom wrapper using the easy-tear edges. These are the zig-zag
edges on either side of the wrapper that are designed to tear apart quickly
and easily.

Determine which way the condom is rolled. This can be difficult to do,
particularly if youre in the dark. Instead of trying to see which way the
condom is rolled, feel it with your fingers.

Make sure the reservoir at the tip of the condom is pointing in the right
direction. This reservoir should already be on the outer tip of the condom
but can sometimes become inverted during packaging. Make sure the
reservoir is oriented so that the rest of the condom rolls away from it.

Lube it up. If the penis is uncircumcised, consider placing a small drop of

water-based lubricant inside the reservoir. This can make the condom
easier to apply to foreskin. Make sure this is a very small drop, as you
dont want to compete with the sperm for space inside the reservoir tip.

Make sure the penis is fully erect. A condom should always fit snugly over
a penis, leaving no tight or baggy spots. If rolled over a penis that is not
yet fully erect, it will fit awkwardly and be more likely to fall off or tear
during sex.

Pinch the entire reservoir at the tip of the condom shut. This eliminates the
possibility of creating an air pocket inside the condom when it is worn,

reducing the chance of breakage and providing the semen with a place to
go during ejaculation.

Roll the condom on. The condom should easily unroll down the length of
the shaft. If it turns out that you are trying to put the condom on
backwards, throw it away and start over. An erect penis produces fluid
prior to ejaculation (called pre-cum) that can contain sperm. If a condom
has been exposed to this fluid, flipping it over and re-applying it may
cause pregnancy and/or the transmission of an STD. How you apply the
condom will depend on whether or not the penis is circumcised.

Smooth lubricant over the condom if necessary. Sexual lubrication

decreases the risk of damage to not only the condom, but also to those
having sex. Some lubricants even contain spermicides that can help reduce
the risk of pregnancy. If your condom isnt already lubricated, apply it to
both the condom and the other partner, particularly if you are engaging in
anal sex.

Check the condom periodically during use for breaks. If a condom breaks
or becomes loose during sex, replace it immediately and consider using
emergency contraception such as the morning-after pill. The morning-after
pill prevents pregnancy before it happens by delaying ovulation, blocking
fertilization, or preventing an egg from implanting in the uterus; it is not
an abortifacient.

Replace condom if alternating between different types of sex. If switching

from anal to vaginal sex, for example, switch condoms to reduce the risk
of infection. (ex: E. coli from the rectum can cause bladder infections).

Immediately after ejaculation, withdraw penis and remove condom. Grasp

the bottom of the condom with your hand and withdraw, preventing the
condom from slipping off or spilling. Do not allow the penis to go flaccid
within the condom before withdrawal, as this can cause the condom to fall
off and remain inside the partner.

Dispose of the condom discretely. Tie the open end in a knot to prevent
spillage, wrap it in toilet paper or tissue, and throw it in a trash can.

2. FEMALE CONDOM
2.1 Definition
A female condoms as a sheath that lines the vaginal canal and collects any
fluids containing sperm that may be present before, during, or after
ejaculation. The female condom is made of a polyurethane (plastic) materials
and has a flexible ring at each end. One ring is at the closed end of the
condom, which is inserted into the vagina. The other ring is located at the
open end, and it stays on the outside of the females body. The female condom
comes fully lubricated and is individually packaged. The female condom
prevents pregnancy by creating a barrier between the penis and cervix so that
sperm cannot enter the uterus. The female condom can be used only once; a
new one is needed for each act of intercourse.

2.2 Advantage
The female condom does not require a prescription and is therefore pretty
easy to get. You can find it in most drugstores and some supermarkets.
Female condoms let women share the responsibility for preventing infection.
Unlike the birth control pill, the female condom doesn't have an effect on a
woman's natural hormones (though it may be used along with birth control
pills for extra prevention, of course.)
It can stay in place even if the man loses his erection.
It can enhance your sexual experience. The external ring can stimulate the
clitoris during vaginal intercourse.
It is made with polyurethane instead of latex and can therefore be used by
people with a latex allergy.
It can be inserted up to a few hours before intercourse and remember that
you can use the bathroom while the condom is inserted.
2.3 Disadvantage

The female condom may irritate the vagina, vulva, penis, or anus (if it's

being used anally).

It may slip into the vagina during intercourse.
It can be a bit tough to insert it, especially at First.
Wearing the female condom can create a louder noise during sex, though
this can be controlled with more lubricant.

2.4 How to Use Female Condom

Practice using the female condom. Though female condoms typically can
only be used once, you should practice using the condom on your own
instead of using it for the first time right before sex. Though inserting the
condom is easy once you get the hang of it, you should try it on your own
at least once or twice to make sure that you can get it right when the time
comes.

Remove the condom from the package. Once you've determined that the
condom is ready for use, just tear the arrow at the top of the package and
remove the female condom.

Put spermicide or lubricant on the outside of the closed end. Using

spermicides along with the female condom can further reduce your risk of
pregnancy. Though the female condom will already be lubricated, extra
lubricant can make it easier to insert and use the condom.

Find a comfortable position. To insert the female condom, you'll have to

find a position that works for you. It's just like inserting a tampon -- you
have to get comfortable and have access to your vagina before you can
insert the condom. You can try squatting on the ground, laying down, or
placing one foot on top of a chair.

Squeeze the sides of the inner ring together. Hold the sides together
similarly to how you would hold a pencil. Though the condom will be a bit
slippery because of the lubricant, make sure you have a reasonably firm
grip before you insert it.

Insert the inner ring and condom into your vagina. Insert it like a tampon.
Push it up with your finger.

Push the inner ring into the vagina until it reaches the cervix. Once it
reaches the cervix, it will naturally expand and you won't be able to feel it
anymore. Again, this is much like inserting a tampon, if you can still feel it
inside you, then you didn't put it in correctly.

Pull out your finger. Make sure that the outer ring is hanging at least an
inch outside the vagina. If it's hanging much further out, you may need to
check if the inner ring is really inserted correctly.

Insert your partner's penis into the female condom. Once you've inserted
the condom and are ready for sex, have your partner guide his penis into
the outer ring that is hanging outside of your vagina. You can help guide
his penis into the condom correctly. Make sure that his penis is actually
going into the condom instead of touching one wall of your vagina as well

as the condom.
Have sex. It's normal for the female condom to move from side to side
once you're having sex. As long as the inner ring is still inserted and your
man's penis is in the condom, you're good to go. If his penis has slipped
out or the condom has come loose, you can comfortably reinsert it as long
as the man hasn't ejaculated yet. Once the man ejaculates, you can remove
and throw out the female condom

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