do condoms really protect against STDS?

Answer 1

they DO NOT protect against all STDS. Yes, they can protect against HIV, Hepatitis, and other diseases that are transmitted through body fluid. BUT they sometimes can not prevent herpes, genital warts, crabs, and other conditions that thrive in the general genital area - and when there is a lot of contact in that area during intercourse chances are a few things could be passed. The most important thing is to first have a serious conversation with your partner before doing anything (even oral intercourse!). It may seem somewhat awkward- but trust me, it could save your life, keep you healthy, or even just give you peace of mind. If you do not trust your partner to tell you the truth - then you should not be engaging in sexual acts.

Answer 2

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Answer 4

According to a 2001 report by the National Institutes of Health,[6] correct and consistent use of latex condoms:

reduces the risk of HIV/AIDS transmission by approximately 85% relative to risk when unprotected. See overall HIV transmission rates.
reduces the risk of gonorrhea for men by approximately 71% relative to risk when unprotected.
A University of Washington study published in the New England Journal of Medicine in June 2006 reports that proper condom use decreases the risk of transmission for human papilloma virus by approximately 70%.[7]

Other studies have shown that the proper and consistent use of condoms prevented HIV from spreading from an infected partner to a non-infected partner in every case.

While studies may show different results, every scientific study verifies that sex without a condom increases the chances of transmitting an STD when compared to sex with a condom.

Other sexually-transmitted infections may be affected as well, but they could not draw definite conclusions from the research they were working with. In particular, these include STIs associated with ulcerative lesions that may be present on body surfaces where the condom doesn't cover, such as genital herpes simplex (HSV), chancroid, and syphilis. If contact is made with uncovered lesions, transmission of these STIs may still occur despite appropriate condom use. Additionally, the absence of visible lesions or symptoms cannot be used to decide whether caution is needed.

Answer 5

To an extent actually. You still need to be aware of who it is that you are sleeping with. Condoms only cover one part of your penis as I am sure you are aware, however there is a possiblility of spreading, if there is shedding (meaning no visible symptoms, but you are still able to pass the std) or if there is visible syptoms anywhere else in the genital area that isn't covered by the condom then yes it can be spread. Condoms are meant to be used to not 100% prevent you from contracting anything, but to lower your risk of contracting something. It is still very wise to use a condom, but above all the safest way is to just not have sex, but.....if anything just try to know who you are sleeping with and avoid multiple partners along with continueing the use of condoms!!

Answer 6

Ofcourse they do if used correctly. but that means you also have to use them during oral sex. STD's such as Gonorrhea, Syphilis, and herpes can be spread orally so using a condom for vaginal sex only will not help.

and the #1 STD in the US is Chlymadia an most people shjow no signs or symptoms.

Answer 7

They can if used properly. Be sure to use a lubricant to prevent friction tears, if not the condom might tear.

Answer 8

yes, unless the condoms break

Answer 9

Reported as usual.

Answer 10

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