Summarize the guidelines about the type of condoms to use as protection against STIs
Here are some essential guidelines to keep in mind:
• Most physicians recommend American-made latex condoms. Check the package for FDA approval.
• Also check the expiration (Exp) or manufacture (MFG) date on the box or individual package to make sure it is still safe to use the condom.
• Make sure the package and the condom appear in good condition. If the package does not state that the condoms are meant to prevent disease, they may not provide adequate protection even if they are the most expensive ones on the shelf.
• Get the right size. Ill-fitting condoms lead to more problems with slippage and breakage, as well as diminished sexual pleasure. Men also may be more likely to remove a condom that doesn't fit well before sex.
• Condoms can deteriorate if not stored properly since they are affected by both heat and light. Don't use a condom that has been stored in your back pocket, your wallet, or the glove compartment of your car. If a condom feels sticky or very dry, don't use it; the packaging has probably been damaged.
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