Condom Breakage

Condoms make oral or anal sex safer. But sometimes a condom may break, exposing you to the risk of getting sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It can be a traumatising experience for both the partners. However, if appropriate caution is taken, you can avoid condom breakage. Here's how you can reduce your risk for breakage going forward: Be sure to buy the correct condom size. Check the expiration date before using it. Open the wrapper carefully. Make sure you put the condom on correctly. Never use 2 condoms together at once. DON’T use oil-based products like baby oil, lotion, petroleum jelly, or cooking oil because they will cause the condom to break. DO use water-based or silicone-based lubricant to prevent breakage. If the condom breaks and there is a high risk of infection, consider doing the following: If you’ve had anal, push out all the semen using your anal muscles. Avoid douching your anus to prevent micro-tears that can increase your chances of getting an infection. If the condom breaks during oral sex, avoid brushing or flossing to prevent getting tiny cuts in your mouth. Instead, spit the semen then rinse and spit with water immediately. If you are unsure of your or your partner's health status, consider visiting the hospital for an STI test as soon as possible. When a condom breaks during sex it exposes you to body fluids. Unprotected contact with bodily fluids is the most common cause of infection from HIV and other STIs. If either you or your partner is at a high risk of contracting HIV, consider visiting the hospital within 72 hours. Your doctor may get you on post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) pills to reduce the chances of you getting an HIV infection. #safesex #sexualhealth #sexeducation #condoms #sex #condom #hiv #sexpositive #love #aids #sexed #hivawareness #selflove #health #hivprevention #pleasure #lgbtq #gay #safesexisgreatsex #gettested #sexualwellness #safersex #sextips #sexuality #intimacy #sexpositivity #selfcare #aidsawareness #lgbt #relationships #condom