Is it safe to use flavored condoms for vaginal or anal sex?

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Flavored condoms are amazing for oral sex and can help prevent STI transmission. However, some flavored condoms have sugars that can cause yeast infections. So, before using flavored condoms for vaginal sex, read the packaging to check for added sugars.

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How can I prevent HIV and STI transmission during vaginal sex?

HIV is spread during vaginal sex when HIV-infected semen, vaginal fluid, or menstrual blood comes in contact with the mucous membranes of the vagina or penis. Some STIs (e.g., gonorrhea, chlamydia, trichomoniasis) are spread the same way as HIV. Other STIs (e.g., herpes, syphilis, chancroid) are transmitted through contact with infected skin or mucous membranes. In general, since there is more mucous membrane area in the vagina, and a greater...

How can I prevent HIV and STI transmission during anal sex?

Unprotected anal sex with a person who has HIV or another STI, or whose HIV/STI status you don’t know, is the highest-risk sexual activity, regardless of gender. External latex condoms, used with a water-based lubricant, reduce the chances of tissue and skin tearing and lowers the risk of transmitting disease during anal sex. However, even with lubrication, external condoms fail more often during anal sex than during vaginal or oral...

How can I prevent HIV and STI transmission during oral sex?

Although oral sex presents less of a risk than vaginal or anal sex for transmitting HIV and some other STIs, the risk still exists. Herpes is commonly passed between genitals and the mouth, and you can get a bacterial infection in your mouth or throat from an STI. The risk of HIV transmission through oral sex is low, but people have been infected this way. Oral sex can be made...

Is it possible to get different sizes of condoms?

Condoms come in many sizes and kinds (even different flavors). No penis is too big for a condom – you just have to find the size and style that’s right for you and your partner!

What is a dental dam?

Dental dams are latex or polyurethane sheets used between the mouth and vagina or anus during oral sex.

Is using two condoms better than one to avoid pregnancy?

When it comes to condoms, two is definitely not better than one. Two condoms can create more friction, which increases the chances the condom(s) will break. If you want to be super safe, use condoms with another effective method of birth control.