Professionals point out that only 14% of Argentines use it in their relationships. Every February 13, it is commemorated on its use as the main method of prevention of pregnancies and diseases.
In it Condom daya group of professionals warned that a series of Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) continues to increaseespecially in the young population. They also point out that, in our country, Just 14% of people admit to using protection in all their sexual relations and? almost 140,000 people live with HIV. In this regard, they offered recommendations that adapt to all uses.
From the Hospital of Clinics They affirmed that infections such as Syphilis, gonorrhea, HIV and human papillomavirus (HPV) They remain increasing, especially among adolescents and young people. Dra. Silvina Valente, head of the institution’s clinical sexologyrecalled that the condom has the double function of “helping to avoid unwanted pregnancy” and “also collaborates to protect themselves from the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).”
Data on the use of condoms in Argentina
According to information from the NGO AHF Argentina (working in prevention, detection and treatment of HIV and AIDS) Only 14.5% of the population use condoms in all their sexual relations And it is estimated that in the country 139,000 people live with the “HIV”says Valente.
“Educate about contraception and prevention is part of educating care of oneself and must be introduced as habits, devoid of eroticism and moral burden“Said the professional. According to preliminary data from a survey conducted by AHF Argentina In 2021, “5% of adolescents and 13% of young people always claimed to use the condom”.
“If the condom is used correctly Every time you have a sexual relationship, The risk of pregnancy is about 3 per 100 times “highlighted the professional. He also recalled that there is more risk of rashing breaks if “lubricants that are not in the water as recommended” are used.
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Female condom and latex field: concepts that should not be confused
He female condom “It is a latex device that is placed in the woman’s vagina and on an outside part, it covers the entire vulva.” This method gives autonomy to women, “since they decide to place it, regardless of their partner’s decision,” said the boss.
He latex fieldon the other hand, “it can be manufactured from a traditional condom.” The steps are developing the condom, cut the base of the base and then along. “This is how you get A latex square that can be used to protect during oral sex in the vulva or anus, ”explained the doctor.
“Our great debt in the field of ETS prevention It is in the genital sexual relations of women with women. It is here where we should have other options of efficient and comfortable measures, ”says Valente.
Condom use guidelines
- Use it from the beginning of sexual relationship and also for anal and oral sex.
- Before putting it, Always look at the expiration date.
- Do not use it if when you open it you notice that It is broken, sticky or visibly damaged.
- Take it out of the wrapping carefully, avoiding the use of teeth or sharp instruments, as knives or scissors.
- Do not use two condoms together, friction can damage the latex and make both break.
- Keep in mind that It is not reusable or recyclable.
- If you want to use lubricants, that are based on water so as not to damage the latex.
- Guard them In a dry and fresh place because excessive heat or humidity can affect the material (which is why it is not recommended to store them for a long period of time in the wallet or pockets).
Source: Ambito
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