Five Things to Know About Condoms

by Alanna Shaikh · 2009-03-19 16:30:00 UTC
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I'm not going to write about the pope again. I just can't face it. But I'll offer you a related topic - things to know about condoms.

1)      When used properly and every time, the male condom has a 3% failure rate. In typical use - not always worn right, and not every single time - the failure rate is 10-14%. reference

2)      The female condom has a failure rate of 21% during typical use. reference

3)      When a condom breaks, it generally happens because no space was left at the tip of the condom for ejaculate. A properly worn condom has a small reservoir at the end. reference

4)      There are condoms especially designed for anal sex. They're stronger and less prone to breakage. The female condom can also be used. reference reference

5)      You can put at least 625 condoms on a single dildo. Also, you can fit a condom on your head. reference reference

Alanna Shaikh
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