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All methods of contraception are used to prevent pregnancy, but condoms have the advantage of protection against infection and the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). How effective are condoms on how these two things? Are really effective as other methods of contraception prevent pregnancy? And since one of the most common reasons for using condoms to protect against infection, are really an effective barrier against infectionagainst sexually transmitted diseases? In this article we analyze some of these issues.

Do not use a condom to prevent pregnancy?

Condoms are highly effective means of preventing pregnancy. Of course, this is not a method of contraception is not 100% effective because there will always be cases of abuse or conflict. This also applies to "pill" or any other form of contraception such as condoms. Clinical studies have shown that high quality condoms, when used repeatedly andcorrectly, provides an excellent barrier against pregnancy. These studies have shown that the correct and
consistent condom use can between the rate of 95% and 98% contraceptive efficacy.

As so often condoms fail?

The main reason that condoms "non" to prevent pregnancy or infection, it is not because the condom "failed", but a failure of the 'opposition
use. Latex condoms can be weakened by oil-based lubricants, like Vaseline. Theywhen exposed to sunlight or age will be weakened. Sometimes they are torn by teeth or fingernails. But leave aside the proper use of condoms
almost never "fail".

How often do condoms break or slip?

The United States, most studies on the damage caused by the fault of condoms have even shown breakage rate, caused less than 2 condoms 100 condoms. The studies also show that condoms slip off the penis of about 1-5% of acts of vaginal intercoursea film (but not off) about 3-13% of the time. These are strongly influenced by the care for the use of a condom.

Condom in preventing HIV infection and sexually transmitted diseases effective?

Studies have shown that (when using latex condoms correctly and consistently every time you have sex), are highly effective barrier against infection. This has been clearly demonstrated that the majority of studies of "discordant" couples in Europe. "Discordant" coupleIn which one partner HIV infected and not the other. In a study with 123 couples in which condoms were used consistently, none of the infected partners were infected.

Do thinner condoms give less protection against pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases?

Thinner condoms are equally effective as protection against pregnancy or infection with sexually transmitted diseases. However, it is easier to finger nails, teeth, jewelry and other improper use of the injured, so it should be carefullyNeed for the use of condoms thinner.

Are all condoms are tested before being sold?

All brand condoms are subjected to rigorous tests of quality control at every stage of production. In the U.S., each condom is electronically tested for holes and errors. Samples of each lot and visually inspected by a leakage test of water. Are filled in this example
along with 300 ml of water and exposed to 3 minutes.

SamplesFor each series are also inflation-proof Air. To complete the examination are condoms with air until it breaks. We usually have about 40 liters - the equivalent of 9 liters of water!

Other examples of the size and thickness tested, have tested some of the destruction of physical force, and still others are artificially aged at an elevated temperature to ensure it retains its quality even on their 5-year warrantyLife.

Have in any way, the condom has proved an effective means to prevent pregnancy, as well as a very effective way to protect themselves from HIV / STD.

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