- 5 most common mistakes when putting condoms
- 1. Do not observe if there is damage
- 2. Putting on the condom too late
- 3. Unroll the condom before putting it on
- 4. Do not leave space at the tip of the condom
- 5. Using a condom without lubricant
- Can the condom be reused?
The male condom is a method that, in addition to preventing pregnancy, also protects against various sexually transmitted diseases, such as HIV, chlamydia or gonorrhea.
However, to ensure these benefits need to be well placed. To do this, it is important to follow the following steps:
- Confirm that the condom is within the expiration date and that the packaging is not damaged with tears or holes; Open the packaging carefully without using your teeth, nails, knives or scissors; Hold the tip of the condom and try to unroll it a little, to identify the correct side. If the condom does not unwind, turn the tip to the other side; Place the condom on the head of the penis, pressing on the tip of the condom to prevent air from entering; Unroll the condom to the base of the penis and then, holding the base of the condom, slightly pull the tip to create a space between the penis and the condom; Tighten the space created at the tip of the condom to remove all the air.
After ejaculation, you must remove the condom with the penis still erect and close the opening with your hand to prevent the sperm from coming out. Then, a small knot should be placed in the middle of the condom and disposed of in the trash, as a new condom must be used for each intercourse.
The condom must also be used during contact of the genital organ with the mouth or anus to prevent these organs from being contaminated with any type of disease.
There are several types of male condoms, which vary in size, color, thickness, material and even flavor, and can be easily purchased at pharmacies and some supermarkets. In addition, condoms can also be purchased from health centers free of charge. See what are the types of condoms and what each one is for.
Watch the following video and check out all these steps, to use the condom correctly:
5 most common mistakes when putting condoms
According to various surveys, the most common errors related to condom use include:
1. Do not observe if there is damage
Although this is one of the most important steps when using a condom, many men forget to look at the packaging to check the expiration date and look for possible damage, which can reduce the effectiveness of the condom.
What to do: Before opening the condom it is very important to confirm the expiration date and check if there are holes or tears in the packaging. In addition, you should never open the packaging using your teeth, nails or a knife, for example, as they may pierce the condom.
2. Putting on the condom too late
More than half of men put on a condom after they started penetrating, but before ejaculating to prevent pregnancy. However, this practice does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases and, even if it reduces the risk, it does not completely prevent a pregnancy as the lubricant fluid released before the sperm can also contain sperm.
What to do: put the condom on before any kind of penetration and before oral sex.
3. Unroll the condom before putting it on
Unrolling the condom completely before putting it on makes the process difficult and can result in minor damage that increases the risk of getting sexually transmitted diseases.
What to do: the condom must be unrolled on the penis, from the tip to the base, allowing it to be well placed.
4. Do not leave space at the tip of the condom
After putting on a condom it is common to forget to leave a free space between the head of the penis and the condom. This increases the chances of the condom bursting, especially after ejaculation, when the sperm fills all the free space.
What to do: after unrolling the condom on the penis, you must hold the condom at the base and gently pull on the tip to create a reservoir in the front. Then, it is important to tighten this reservoir to expel any air that may become trapped.
5. Using a condom without lubricant
Lubrication is very important during intimate contact, which is why the penis produces a liquid that helps to lubricate. However, when using a condom, this liquid cannot pass and, if the woman's lubrication is not enough, the friction created between the condom and the vagina can break the condom.
What to do: use lubricant to maintain adequate lubrication during intercourse.
Another option is to use the female condom that should be used by the woman during the relationship, see how to put it correctly to avoid pregnancy and prevent diseases.
Can the condom be reused?
The condom is a disposable contraceptive method, that is, in no case can it be reused. This is because the reuse of condoms can increase the chances of breakage and, consequently, transmission of diseases and even pregnancy.
In addition, washing condoms with soap and water is not enough to eliminate fungi, viruses or bacteria that may be present, increasing the chance of transmission of these infectious agents, especially those responsible for sexually transmitted diseases.
After using a condom, it is recommended to discard it and, if there is a desire for another sexual intercourse, it is necessary to use another condom.
