The condom for birth control: How it protects
Condoms come in a wide variety of variants, shapes and colors, with a stimulating effect or with a taste. Some glow in the dark, others are extra stable. A condom is easy to use and fits in any handbag. In this article we summarize how a condom protects.
What is a condom?
The condom is a wafer-thin rubber protection that is pulled over the stiff penis before sexual intercourse. The male contraceptive prevents pregnancy and, in contrast to the pill , spiral or vaginal ring , it also offers protection against many sexually transmitted diseases such as AIDS and hepatitis. In our “Contraception” section we have also compiled other popular birth control methods.
How does a condom protect?
The rubber protection catches the sperm from the condom and does not get into the vagina. After orgasm, the penis must be pulled out of the vagina before the erection wears off. When pulling out, the condom must be held at the base of the penis so that it does not slip off and no semen escapes. Each condom can only be used once. Two or more should never be pulled on top of each other.
Benefits of a condom
- It is easy to use and readily available.
- It is relatively small and fits in any handbag.
- There are no adverse health effects from using the condom.
- It is only used when needed – so it does not depend on regularity, as with the pill.
- The condom also offers protection against contracting sexually transmitted diseases. It is currently the only protection against infection with AIDS. It also largely protects against gonorrhea, syphilis and other sexually transmitted diseases.