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Female Condoms

Female Condoms. Session II: Who Can and Cannot Use the Female Condom . . . . . . Outer ring. Inner ring. Inner ring. Open end. How to Use a Female Condom. Female Condom. Gently insert the inner ring into the vagina

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Female Condoms

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  1. Female Condoms Session II: Who Can and Cannot Use the Female Condom

  2.     Outer ring Inner ring Inner ring Open end How to Use a Female Condom FemaleCondom • Gently insert the inner ring into the vagina • Place the index finger inside condom, and push the inner ring up as far as it will go • Make sure the outer ring is outside the vagina and the condom is not twisted • Be sure that the penis enters inside the condom and stays in it during intercourse • To remove, twist the outer ring and gently pull • Throw away condom properly • Open package carefully • Make sure the condom is well-lubricated inside • Choose a comfortable position―squat, raise one leg, sit or lie down • Squeeze the inner ring at the closed end

  3. Female Condom: Effective Practice • Practice inserting the condom • Make sure the penis is inside the condom • Avoid using male and female condoms together • Never reuse female condoms

  4. Female Condoms:Managing Problems • If having trouble inserting: Ask her to demonstrate, suggest practice • If uncomfortable: Reinsert or reposition • If condom squeaks: Use more lubricant • If condoms slips or is not used correctly: Offer emergency contraceptive pills • If difficulty persuading partner: Discuss ways to negotiate use; offer other contraceptive options

  5. Female Condoms:Managing Problems (continued) • Mild irritation in or around the vagina or penis (itching, redness, rash) • Usually goes away on its own • Suggest added lubricant inside condom or on penis • If symptoms persist, assess and treat for possible vaginal infection or STI

  6. Male Condoms:Problems That May Require Switching • Woman is using treatment for vaginal infection • Some vaginal medication can damage latex • Switch to plastic male condoms or female condoms, or abstain from sex • Severe allergic reaction to latex condom (extremely rare) • Stop using latex condoms; treat or refer as appropriate

  7. What to Remember • Use a condom EVERY TIME you have sex • Make sure you always have enough supplies of condoms • If a condom is not used correctly, consider emergency contraception as soon as possible • Can use more lubricant if needed

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