How to put on a condom

Step 1		Put the condom on when the penis is erect, before there is any contact between the penis and your partner's body. Fluid released from the penis during the early stages of an erection can contain sperm and organisms that can caused STI''s.
Step 2		Tear along one side of the foil, being sure not to rip the condom inside. Carefully remove the condom.
Step 3		Air trapped inside a condom could cause it to break. To avoid this, squeeze the closed end of the condom between your forefinger and thumb and place the condom over the erect penis. Be sure that the roll is on the outside.
Step 4		While still squeezing the closed end, use your other hand to unroll the condom gently down the full length of the penis. Make sure the condom stays in place during sex; if it rolls up, roll it back into place immediately. If the condom comes off, withdraw the penis and put on a new condom before intercourse continues.
Step 5		Soon after ejaculation, withdraw the penis while it is still erect by holding the condom firmly in place. Remove the condom only when the penis is fully withdrawn. Keep both the penis and condom clear from contact with your partner's body.
Step 6		Dispose of the used condom hygienically. Wrap the condom in a tissue and place it in a bin (do not flush it down the toilet). NEVER USE A CONDOM MORE THAN ONCE.

Disadvantages of the Condom

• May interrupt sex as the condom must be put on the erect penis

• Ineffective is used incorrectly or if the condom breaks

• Some people experience allergic reactions to spermicides, lubricants or the latex of the condom

• Must have withdrawal immediately after ejaculation to prevent the condom from slipping off

• May reduce sensitivity or pleasure

• May taste bad if used for oral sex (** flavored condoms are not spermicidally lubricated)

Advantages of the condom

• Readily available over the counter at many medical stores .
  
• Inexpensive - even lower class people can afford it .
  
• Causes no serious health threat , safe to use .
  
• Gives the male an active role in the prevention of pregnancy and STD transmission diseases.
  
• Increase protection from AIDs and other STDs .

How to use condoms to prevent HIV

• Make sure the condom package label says the condom can be used to prevent HIV.
• Look for the expiration date on the condom package. Don't use the condom if the date has already passed.
• Read the directions to make sure you know the right way to put the condom on and take it off.
• Use a condom every time you have any kind of sex -- vaginal, anal, or oral.
• Put the condom on as soon as the penis is erect, and remove it right after ejaculation.
• Don't use a condom from a torn or open package.
• Don't use a condom that's gummy, brittle, discolored, or has even a tiny hole.
• Don't get oil-based lubricants, such as Vaseline, cold cream, or baby oil, on a condom. These could cause the condom to tear. If you use lubricants, make sure they're water-based, such as K-Y Jelly.