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condomBarrier contraceptive, made of rubber, which fits over an erect penis and holds in the sperm produced by ejaculation. It is an effective means of preventing pregnancy if used carefully, preferably with a spermicide. A condom with spermicide is 97% effective; one without spermicide is 85% effective as a contraceptive. Condoms can also give some protection against sexually transmitted diseases, including AIDS. In 1996 the European Union agreed a standard for condoms, which is 17 cm/6.7 in long; although the width can be variable, a regular width was agreed as 5.2 cm/2 in. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| It's a vivid example of the authority that these celebrity DJs carry and the threat they can pose, since lambskin condoms are porous and unsafe. 2 ([dagger]) Included use with other drugs or antibiotics, absorption problems (vomiting or diarrhea), change of pill or dose, and not finishing fist pack, ([double dagger]) Included incorrect use and use of lambskin condoms and expired condoms. But natural membrane condoms, also called lambskin condoms, do not prevent HIV because the virus can pass through them. |
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