Female condoms and what you need to know

Nowadays, safe sex practices are not new to most people. In particular, condoms are a popular choice because of their ease of use and reasonable price. Not only for men, now women can actively protect themselves during sex by using female condoms. In the following article, SignsSymptomsList will learn with you about the necessary information and how to use this handy measure.

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• What is female condom?
• Notes on using female condoms
• Step-by-step instructions for use
• Subjects and related risks

What is female condom?

The female condom, also known as the inner condom, acts as a barrier to prevent sperm from entering the uterus. This helps prevent unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases.

Their shape resembles a soft, loose bag with two ends with a ring on each end. A thick, sealed ring is inserted into the vagina to hold the condom in place. The thin remaining ring lies outside the vagina. This outer ring opens, helps keep the condom from being pushed deep into the vagina during sex and is used to remove the condom. Female condoms can also be used during anal sex.

They are made of neoprene, safe for people with allergies to natural rubber latex, and lubricated with a silicone-based lubricant. In addition, this instrument is not affected by humidity and temperature changes.

Female condoms have the same effect as male condoms

Although it has the same effect as a male condom, the usage process will still be different. The choice of protection method depends on the suitability of each person.

Some of the differences, as follows:

• Male condoms need to be worn right before sex, when the penis is erect. Conversely, women can take it earlier within 8 hours before sex. This helps to keep the relationship uninterrupted and the woman to actively control the birth control.
• The female condom has a larger size, creating a more comfortable feeling.

Notes on using female condoms

In fact, condoms are the first line of contraception to help prevent sexually transmitted diseases (including HIV). However, to get the best results, keep the following in mind:

• Use a condom from start to finish every time you have vaginal sex . Same for anal sex.
• Read the instructions carefully before wearing the condom. If the bag has expired or shows any signs of damage or tear, it must be changed. Store condoms in a cool, dry place.
• When using for the first time, care should be taken to ensure that the condom is properly positioned.
• Consider using a lubricant to make it easier to insert the condom to avoid tearing or slipping.
• Do not use female condom at the same time as male condom because friction can cause tearing of the condom.
• Never reuse used condoms.
• Throw used bags in the trash. Do not flush it down the toilet, as it may cause a blockage.

Step-by-step instructions for use

Although female condoms are not yet popular and some people think they are difficult to use. But with the following guide, the implementation will be easier. In addition, the packaging of the product is often accompanied by instructions for use.

Instructions for using female condoms

• Step 1: Carefully remove the condom from the package so as not to tear the condom. Do not use teeth and be careful with sharp nails or jewelry.
• Step 2: Find a comfortable position, be it lying, sitting, squatting or standing. Use your middle finger and thumb to squeeze the thick, sealed inner ring of the condom and insert it into the vagina similar to a tampon.
• Step 3: Put your index finger inside the condom and push the inner ring as far as possible, until touching the cervix the condom will expand on its own.
• Step 4: Make sure the remaining ring at the opening is outside and covers the area around the vaginal opening. Be careful not to twist the condom.
• Step 5: When having sex, it is very important to point the penis into the condom. Make sure the penis does not slide between the outer surface of the condom and the vaginal wall, and the outer ring does not slip into the vagina.
• Step 6: After sex, remove the condom by twisting the outer ring so that the semen contained in the condom does not leak out and gently pull the condom out of the vagina. Throw the bag in the trash.

Subjects and related risks

Female condoms - contraception is not for everyone

In general, female condoms are relatively easy to use and convenient. It can be used safely by most people. You can also use them right after giving birth, having a miscarriage, or having an abortion. However, they are not appropriate in a few situations, including:

• Allergic to neoprene.
• Having factors that increase your chances of getting pregnant such as: being under 30 years of age, having sex three or more times a week, having had previous contraceptive failure by a barrier method, or not using it regularly woman condom
• Uncomfortable when inserting a condom, feeling hot, itchy or rash
• There are vaginal abnormalities that interfere with the insertion or fixation of a condom.

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Risk

The failure rate of female condoms is higher than that of male condoms. Some possible risks during use include:

• The condom is broken.
• The condom slips out of the vagina.
• The penis is inserted between the vagina and the outside of the condom.
• The outer ring of the condom is pushed into the vagina during sex.

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Troubleshooting

If used correctly, these cases are rare. However, there are a few things you can do to deal with it:

• Withdraw the penis immediately
• Remove as much semen as possible.
• Gently wash the outside of your genital area. Avoid washing the inside of the vagina (or anus) as this can further infect or cause irritation.
• If you have vaginal sex, pee to flush out the semen

If you have not used any other method of contraception, it is necessary to use emergency contraception

If you are not already using any other method of contraception, it is necessary to use emergency contraception.

This should be done within 72 hours of having sex. You can go to medical centers to be advised about the risks and perform tests.

However, you need to be aware that emergency contraception should not be abused because it will cause many important side effects. See more: Are you misunderstanding about emergency contraceptive pills?

We have a lot of safe sex methods to choose from. Each method has its own advantages and disadvantages, depending on the situation and health that each person decides for himself. However, until now, condoms are still the only method of preventing pregnancy and preventing sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV.

In particular, if you use it correctly, the female condom is up to 95% effective. Using a condom every time you have sex is extremely important to protect you and the other person.

Author: Nguyen Hoang Yen