CONDOMS AND CORRECT USE

Correct and consistent use of condoms can prevent hiv transmission and a lot of other sexually transmitted diseases. Latex or polyurethane condoms are only effective as a physical barrier against viruses, bacteria and other micro-organisms. Lambskin condoms are not useful for protection.

Condoms are available in a lot verities like ultra thin, ribbed, dotted, scented, extra thick, with nonoxynol-9 etc. It is safe to use the extra thick with nonoxynol-9 (made by Durex ®). But this condom cannot be used for blowjob as nonoxynol-9 has a sour taste. Nonoxynol-9 is a germicide capable of killing hiv as proved in lab. The workaround is double-bagging ( first a nonoxynol-9 condom, over that a normal or scented condom). So 2 condoms one over the other. This also prevents danger of condom breakage. In India the quality brands are Kama Sutra® and Moods®. Some more things to take care about condoms are, check the expiry date on the packet and do not buy if its old. Also do not store the condoms in hot places like car glove compartment or hip pocket, it may weaken the condom. Do not feel shy to buy condoms as nobody feels shy to buy sanitary napkins.

Before doing any single act with the lady partner the condom must be in place. First check the correct orientation of condom with hands before touching the condom onto penis. This is to prevent the precum (a sticky discharge some men have due to erection) from penis should not get on the wrong side of condom and infect the lady partner. If you are going to have sex with a prostitute then give the condom to the prostitute and ask her to put it on you. Prostitutes handles a lot of condoms everyday and they are experts in finding correct orientation. But some prostitutes sport long nails, and care must be taken that the condom is not hurt by her sharp nails. If you have made a mistake here, throw away that condom. Take a new one. Even if penis is not erected yet, first must wear the condom. The condom must fully cover the shaft of the penis. Any air trapped inside must be squeezed away. After this, ask the lady partner to help with a handjob or blowjob, to get full erection of the penis.

The lady partner's vagina must be fully lubricated. Either naturally or artificially. Prostitutes never gets aroused soon so they must use an artificial lubricant like KY® jelly which is a water based lubricant. Never use any oil based lubricants or oil itself to lubricate vagina. Do not use white petroleum jelly (Vaseline®) or beauty creams. This is very dangerous which will weaken the latex condom or create pores in it. So after wearing a good condom correctly, you are ready for intercourse.

One more important thing is do not shave off your pubic hair within one week period before the intercourse with any prostitutes. You may want to present yourself good without any hair, but this is a dangerous thing to do. Shaving will create cuts on penis and pubic area and will act as open window for hiv and other germs. You can safely do it may be one week before the day you are planning to have sex with a prostitute and apply after shave lotion for a faster curing of wounds. Keep in mind that intact skin is one of the best barrier against hiv and other germs. But intact skin cannot protect you from syphilis, herpes and HPV. But condoms again provide some protection against these diseases.

Always convince your partner to wear condoms even if they are defensive. Some may complain loss sensation but still they have a lot left. It is advisable not to use any delay sprays like Climax®  or Stud® because use of condom itself will make to lose some sensation. Some people also may say loss of intimacy, but safety must come always first. You must take a stand that, if there is no condom no intercourse.

During intercourse if you loose erection, there is a chance of condom slippage. If that happens, immediately withdraw the penis. Also for every new sexual  act must use a new condom. During intercourse it is advisable to check if the condom is in place. It is also not advisable to get into dangerous funny positions during intercourse which may result in condom slippage, breakage etc.. After the intercourse immediately must withdraw the penis before loosing erection. After ejaculation  gently slip the condom away and dispose it safely. Do not throw condoms into toilet flushes since it can block the drainage. After ejaculation immediately proceed to the toilet and do a good wash with soap the penis and genital area.

If you follow all the above instructions you are possibly safe from hiv. Statistical data proved that condoms if correctly and consistently used, prevented hiv transmission almost about 95%. Some studies proved those couples (one partner hiv) correctly used condoms, none of the other partner got infected.

This article is not intended to promote casual or brothel sex. It is of general interest, so those who risk their life can be saved using condoms and their correct use.

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