Wrong use of condoms increases the risk of unwanted pregnancy by 2 percent!

Condoms are undoubtedly beneficial for you. It helps protect you from the dangers of sexually transmitted diseases and unwanted pregnancies. But its excessive use can also be harmful to your health. We are telling you some side effects of condoms. Read - Which condom will give more pleasure during sex?

1) Latex allergy - Most condoms are made of latex. This is a liquid, which is obtained from rubber tree. According to the American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology, allergy symptoms have been seen in some people due to the protein present in rubber. Symptoms of latex allergy include sneezing, runny nose, hives, itching, wheezing, swelling and dizziness. In many cases, latex allergy can cause the risk of anaphylaxis. Therefore, such people should use synthetic condoms.

2) Risk of sexually transmitted diseases- Of course, condoms help in reducing the risk of HIV and other diseases like chlamydia, gonorrhea and HPV. But it poses a risk of sexually transmitted diseases. Because it is not able to protect the outer skin, due to which there is a risk of itching and infection. According to the American Social Health Association, condoms can reduce the risk of genital herpes but it cannot protect every part of the skin, due to which there is a risk of sexually transmitted diseases.

3) Pregnancy risk- The correct use of condoms provides 98 percent protection, but its improper use puts 15 out of 100 women at risk of pregnancy. Therefore, it is very important to use it correctly. Do not use expired condoms even by mistake.

4) Partner's health can be at risk- Two doctors from Dallas, Texas claim that male condoms can cause cancer in women. According to them, powder and lubricant are used on condoms. According to several studies, the powder increases the risk of ovarian cancer and fibrosis on the fallopian tubes can make a woman infertile. According to the Journal of the American Medical Association, the US Food and Drug Administration banned the powder on surgical gloves due to its dangers, but it continues in the case of condoms.

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