What is "protected" sex? / Dr. Cherepanov
Urologist-Andrologist Denis Anatolyevich Cherepanov
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When men seek medical attention for signs of inflammation of the reproductive system—urethral discharge, burning sensation in the penis, difficulty urinating, redness of the glans—the remark often comes up during a urologist's appointment: "I had protected sex!"
Don't overestimate your expectations regarding condom use. It's protection against unwanted pregnancy, but not 100%. Statistics show that pregnancies occur every year due to condom breakage.
When it comes to the spread of sexually transmitted infections, it's important to consider that condoms are porous and can allow some microorganisms to pass through. A condom only covers part of the penis, and bacterial flora will be transferred to the base of the penis, scrotum, and other parts of the body, which does not eliminate the risk of developing sexually transmitted diseases.
During occasional sexual intercourse, a condom plays a significant role in reducing the risk of infection, but it is far from 100%. Oral and anal intercourse significantly increase the risk of developing sexually transmitted infections.
Regular sexual activity with a condom reduces the bacterial load to zero and only reduces the risk of contraception.
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