C For Condom!!
Brief History
xxxxxxxCondom has a 400 years history since 19th century. Early
xxxxxxxA most widely used device during sexual intercourse to reduce the risk of pregnancy and spreading sexually transmitted(STD) diseases such as gonorrhea, syphilis, and HIV.
Reasons to use Condoms!!
1. Condoms are the only contraceptive that help prevent both pregnancy and the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (including HIV) when used properly and consistently.
2. Condoms are one of the most reliable methods of birth control when use properly and consistently.
3. Condoms have none of the medical side-effects of some other birth control methods may have.
4. Condoms are available in various shapes, colours, flavours, textures and sizes.
5. Condoms are widely available in pharmacies, supermarkets and convenience stores. You don't need a prescription or have to visit a doctor.
6. Condoms are user friendly. With a little practice, they can also add confidence.
Condom is made of.. .. …??
xxxxxxxCondom usually made of latex or polyurethane which is slightly more
reliable and easily purchased in most places for example pharmacy, 7-11 and petrol station.
xxxxxxxLatex is the milky sap of the rubber plants that coagulates when exposure to the air. Latex has outstanding elastic properties which may be stretched in excess of 800% before breaking.
xxxxxxxPolyurethanes are in the class reaction polymers. A urethane linkage is produced by reacting an isocyanate group, -N=C=O with a hydroxyl group, -OH. Polyurethanes are produced by the polyaddition reaction of a polyisocyanate with a polyalcohol in the presence of a catalyst. Polyurethane can be made in a variety of textures and hardnesses by varying the particular monomers used and adding other substances.
PolyurethanesxxxxxxxPolyurethanes can be considered better than latex in several ways:
• Conduct heat better than latex, is not as sensitive to temperature and ultraviolet light.
• Less rigid storage requirements and a longer shelf life.
• Can be used with oil-based lubricants.
• Less allergenic than latex, and no odor.
FEMALE CONDOMS IS AVAILABLE!!! ^^
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xxxxxxxThe female condom is inserted into the vagina using the closed-end ring. The other ring creates the open end of the condom. The sheath then lines the walls of the vagina creating a barrier between the sperm and the cervix. The female condom can be inserted up to 8 hours prior to intercourse. It should be removed immediately after sex.
xxxxxxxIf you think that you want double safer, so u came out an idea of wearing both male and female condom at the same time, then u are in TROUBLES!! Because they can get stuck together and cause one or the other to slip during intercourse!!
Is it Okay to reuse condom??
xxxxxxxNO NO NO!! A used condom should be thrown in the garbage. Once a condom is used, it cannot be reused. A new condom should be used each time you have sex and it must be used from start to finish every time you have sex to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Why condom is used with lubricants??
Lubricants
and will also help prevent wear and tear on the condom. The correct method of applying lubricants is to smear the lubricant on the outside of the condom after you have put the condom on.
xxxxxxxLatex condoms can only be used with water based lubricants, not oil based lubricants such as Vaseline as they will tear the latex, reducing the strength of the condom by up to 95% in 15 minutes. People who are allergic to latex can choose to use polyurethane condoms instead.
Example of oil base lubricants:
• Baby oil
• Cooking oil
• Body lotion
• Bath oil
• Hand cream
• Suntan oil
• Petroleum jelly (Vaseline)
• Hair conditioner
Polyurethane condoms are thinner than latex condoms which increase sensitivity and are more delightful in “feel”. But they are more expensive and more lubrication needed due to the less flexibility. However both oil and water based lubricants can be used with them.
xxxxxxxSpermicides immobilize and kill the sperm before they are able to
swim into the uterus. Spermicides come in several different forms such as cream, gel, and foam. Most spermicides contain nonoxynol-9, a chemical that kills sperm. Spermicides can be used alone but are more effective when used with another method of birth control, such as a condom.
Side effect of nonoxynol-9 (N-9)
xxxxxxxNonoxynol-9 is a non-ionic nonoxynol surfactant that is used as an
· increase the risk of HIV transmission if used frequently
· low effect in preventing pregnancy
· short lifespan
· may cause urinary tract infection in women
· cause cervical cancer
· cause gonorrhoea, chlamydia
N-9
How are Condoms Tested?
xxxxxxxThe more common of all tests is testing empty condoms which
nvolve putting water in them. A condom is filled with 10 ounces of water and is checked for leaks.
xxxxxxxElectrical conductance test is a test given to a condom to see it if blocks electricity. It is a non-destructive test. An intact condom should not allow electricity to pass through it.
xxxxxxxThe tensile test, also known as the stretch test, entails slicing a cross-section band from a condom and verifying its elasticity and strength.
xxxxxxxAnother destructive test is the airburst test. It involves the inflation of the strength is determined by the maximum volume of air tolerated by it.
Condom leak testing with water
How to dispose used condom? Flush down to the toilet??
xxxxxxNO NO NO!! Never flush the condom to the toilet!! All condoms have to be
disposed by wrapping in tissue and throwing them in the bin. Condoms should not be flushed into the toilet as they may cause blockages in the sewage system.
xxxxxxxLatex is a natural substance made form rubber trees, but because of the added ingredients most latex condoms are not biodegradable.
xxxxxxxPolyurethane condoms are made from plastic and are not biodegradable. Biodegradable latex condoms are available from some manufacturers.
Condoms can be used for decoration too!!
xxxxxxxCondom can be something else very creative and interesting besides
from functioning as a precaution device during sexual intercourse. For example, condom can be packed into a very delicate and sweet candy like packaging as a gift!! Or it can be used as fashion purposes, arrange and sew into a beautiful and elegant gown. I’m very sure you will get every1’s attention from wearing it and walk around!! TRY IT OUT!!
Candy-like packaging!! Delicious!!
WOW, the lecturer is observing the special gown... !!
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