What are the risks of using an expired condom?
The condom expired puedce crack or break more easily.
Condoms are one of the most popular contraceptive methods
since they not only create a physical barrier that protects against pregnancies
desired, but it also avoids contact and therefore
prevents possible Sexually Transmitted Infections, unlike
the contraceptive pill.
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Like most products on the market, each batch of condoms
has an expiration date assigned. What happens when a condom
Do you pass this date? As much as it is kept in the packaging and
open it does not show signs of deterioration, it is no longer recommended
use it Why?
This product usually manufactured from latex is subject to
a chemical process through which it comes into contact with various
substances (antibacterial products, antioxidants, flavorings,
dyes ...), and tests its resistance and flexibility. Are
precisely these essential characteristics so that the condom
those that may be affected once the
recommended period of time for its use, as well as if it passes too much
time in places where they may be subject to friction or exposed to
high temperatures, such as the wallet or the glove compartment of the car.
The main risk that can occur if the condom is in some
of the above situations is the increase in the percentage of breakage:
e The latex deteriorates little by little, the lubricant and the material dries
loses elasticity and resistance, so it is not prepared to
to withstand friction in the same way. This possibility is what
increases the danger of STD transmission or cancels protection against
pregnancy since if the condom breaks
the physical barrier that prevents the contact of fluids disappears
bodily
Even if it does not break completely, there is the possibility that
streaks appear that filter vaginal discharge or semen (also
the contact with the precum is a risk). In addition, the
The fact that the material has been weakened can cause discomfort,
irritations or rashes in the genital area for both men and women
women.