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CONFIDENTIALITY:
I understand that the
information that I provide will be treated as confidential in accordance with
Vernon's Statutes, Code of Public Health Section 81.046 which does not allow the
sharing of STD case follow-up information to any party outside the public health
team with a need to know. STD information cannot be made public upon subpoena or
otherwise except in the cases involving minors under the age of 13, or if the
information provided suggests child abuse.
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Condoms 101
Tips for staying sexually safe and healthy:
- Use condoms.
- Necessary to reduce the number of partner(s).
- Discussing safe sex practices with your
partner(s).
- Get STD checkups every three or six months depending on your sexual activity.
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Condoms Can Prevent the Transmission of the following Diseases:
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Condoms can reduce the risk of Cancer from HPV
(genital warts) as well as repeated STD infections.
For anal sex: More research is needed to determine the effectiveness
of the Reality condom for anal sex. For more information
on this topic, visit these CDC websites on website on STD Prevention:
http://www.cdc.gov/inchstp/od/latex.htm
http://www.cdcnpin.org/PrevNews/2003/apr03/update042103.txt
Reference:
http://www.cdc.gov/
Monday,April 21, 2003
Medical News
"Safety and Acceptability of the Reality Condom for
Anal Sex Among Men who Have Sex with Men"
AIDS (03.28.03) Vol. 17; No. 5 p.727-731: Cristina Renzi;
Stephen R. Tabet; Jason A. Stucky; Niles Eaton; Anne S.
Coletti; Christina M. Surawicz; S. Nicholas Agoff;
Patrick J. Heagerty; Michael Gross; Connie L. Celum |
Lambskin Condoms as Alternative
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These are ineffective in preventing transmission of STDs
including not being recommended by the FDA for this use. |
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Condoms lubricated with spermicides (especially
Nonoxyynol-9 or N-9) are no more effective than other
lubricated condoms in protecting against the
transmission of STDs. Based on findings from
several research studies, N-9 may itself cause genital
lesions, providing a point of entry for HIV and other
STDs. In June 2001, the CDC recommended that N-9
not be used as a microbicide or lubricant during
intercourse. Transmission of a STD, including
syphilis cannot be prevented by washing the genitals,
urinating, and or douching after sex. Any unusual
discharge, sore or rash, particularly in the groin area,
should be a signal to refrain from having sex and to see
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Using a Condom Correctly All the Time
- Storing condoms in a cool, dark place will
prevent deterioration and checking the expiration
date before opening will reduce accidents.
- Fingernails or teeth are not to be used when
opening the package. Use extreme care not to
nick or tear the condom.
The condom should be placed over the tip of the
erect penis, with extra space left at the tip -- the
condom is unrolled all the way to the base of the
penis.
Once ejaculation has occurred, holding the
condom at the case of the penis and pull away from
your partner's vagina or anus while the penis is
still erect.
Roll the condom gently towards the penile head,
remove and dispose of it properly in the trash.
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When a Condom Breaks
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pull out and replace the condom. If semen has leaked
into the anus or vagina, you need to reach a medical
physician and ask about contraception and/or post-exposure
prophylaxis (PEP) for HIV in less than or equal to 72
hours.
Reference:
http://www.cdc/gov/postexposure
"Prophylaxis/Antiretroviral Postexposure Prophylaxis
After Sex, Injection - Drug Use, or Other
Nonoccupational Exposure to HIV in the United States" |
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