Safe Sex: Use Of The Female Condom To Prevent Herpes

There are two different types of herpes – oral and genital. The most important thing to know about herpes is that it can be transmitted easily; however, there are ways to prevent transmission. One of the newer methods is the female condom.

Herpes is a highly transmitted infection. However, there are ways to prevent transmission between partners.

The female condom, like the male condom, is a barrier device used for birth control.

It is also protective against STDs including HIV and Herpes. However, it is not thought to be as effective for this purpose as the male condom. Although the female condom may be somewhat more protective, because it covers most of the labia, or lips of the vagina, herpes may still be transmitted by organisms on areas of the skin that are not covered by the condom.

The female condom is made of polyurethane (a thin, strong plastic) and fits inside the vagina. The condom has a ring on each end that is placed inside the vagina and fits over the cervix, covering it with the protective rubber material. The other ring, which is open, rests outside of the vagina and covers the vulva.

The estimated effectiveness of the female condom is between 75% and 82%. The reasons for failure are the same as those for the male condom:

•    A rip or tear in a condom (can be made before or during intercourse)
•    Spillage of semen from a condom while removing it
•    Delayed placement of a condom in the vagina (penis comes into contact with vagina before condom is in place)

The female condom is convenient. It is available without a prescription and is fairly inexpensive. Currently, the female condoms can be purchased at most drugstores or are available at most family planning clinics.

•    Condoms are available without a prescription, and they are fairly inexpensive (though more expensive than male condoms).
•    Currently, female condoms can be purchased at most drugstores. They are also available at most sexually transmitted diseases (STD) clinics, or clinics specializing in family planning.
•    The female condom may be inserted up to 8 hours before intercourse. You may also incorporate the insertion of the condom into your lovemaking.

BENEFICIAL SIDE EFFECTS

•    Provides protection against pregnancy and STD.
•    Eliminates the woman's concern that the man won't wear a condom. She can take precautions to protect herself from pregnancy and STDs without relying on the male condom.
•    Can be used during menstruation, or pregnancy, or after a recent child birth.
The female condom is an option to help in the prevention of herpes and other sexually transmitted diseases.

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