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I am not positive but I have read somewhere (If I am not mistaken) that they are about 95% effective.
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Are Condoms are 100 percent effective in preventing STD and pregnancy?
Unless they break during intercourse.
What is the difference between birth control and contraceptives?
Birth control is a type of contraception (means for preventing pregnancy). Other types include condoms, spermicide, IUDs, etc.
What are spermicide?
Spermicide condoms are condoms that contain a spermicide which is something that deactivates and kills the sperm. It's just an added bonus to prevent pregnancy, however these can be more expensive and one or both of the partners could be allergic to spermicides.
Can you do harm to your reproductive system or body in general from using too many spermicide condoms?
Experts used to think that using spermicide with a condom would decrease the pregnancy rate as well as help fight against STIs. However, more recent information indicates that this is not necessarily true and spermicide does not help make condoms more effective.
Do one condoms contain spermicide?
No. ONE® Condoms do not contain spermicide.
How do you use spermicides?
Spermicide is most effective when used with a barrier method of birth control, like male and female condoms, cervical cap or diaphragm - used correctly spermicide with a condom or other barrier is between 90% and 95% effective. When used alone, spermicide jelly, foam, sheet or suppository needs to be placed high in the vagina, against the cervix and you must add fresh spermicide each time you have vaginal intercourse - it is 70% to 85% effective in preventing pregnancy. Each type of spermicide is used in a slightly different way. Be sure to read the instructions that are included in the box.
What are different categories of contraceptive to avoid unwanted pregnancy?
Abstinence - 100% effective Sterilization - 99% + effective IUD - 99% + effective Hormonal (pills, shots, implant, cervical ring, patch) - up to 98% effective Condoms, sponge, cervical cap, diaphragm, spermicide - up to 85% effective Withdrawal - up to 70% effective Please note - Hormonal BC with condoms is up to 99% effective.
Condoms made from natural materials such as Lamb intestine have not been proven effective in preventing HIV transmission?
They are not very effective in preventing HIV transmission. They are probably better than nothing, but lamb skin condoms have microscopic holes in them - the holes are small enough so that sperm cannot pass through, but STDs and HIV are still a risk.
How effective are condoms and withdrawal?
There is no use for withdrawal when using condoms. If you are afraid of the condom being burst then use a spermicide along with condoms. No I have my beautiful baby boy because of the failure of this exact thing...
Why does my skin itch and burn after using spermicide condoms?
Because you are allergic to the spermicide.
What are the safest most reliable and cost effective birth control for individuals without insurance?
A combination of condoms and a diaphragm are reliable and cost effective for college age students. Used together they are very effective at preventing both pregnancy and the spread of STD's.
Is withdrawal an effective way of birth control?
No. Male pre-ejaculate can contain sperm and cause pregnancy. If you are concerned about preventing pregnancy I recommend you use other methods (birth control pills, condoms, etc) instead of the withdrawl method.
