What is female condom? Why and how it is used, know here

Tips to Use Female Condom: Most of the people are aware about male condom. But there are many women who do not know about female condom. Women do not have any specific knowledge about why and in what way it is used. Because of which she remains unaware of its use at the time of need.

Before using female condom, check the expiry date.

Always store condoms in a cool and dry place.

Tips to Use Female Condom: No matter how hi-tech today's era has become, but even today most of the girls and women in the society are like this. Be it period or physical relation, she hesitates to speak openly on these. This is the reason why most women are unaware that condoms are not only for men to prevent unwanted pregnancy, but women can also use condoms.

So let us tell you today according to Medical News Today.com , what is female condom and why it is used. Along with this, they will also give information that what is the way to use female condom and what things need to be taken care of while using and storing it.

What is female condom

Female condom is also called internal condom. This condom is a soft and loose fitting pouch which is used before making a physical relation. Please tell that like a female condom tampon, it is used by inserting it in the vagina.

Why is it used

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the female condom is safe for women. Female condom is used to prevent unwanted pregnancy. Along with this, it is considered best to use female condom to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It can be used up to eight hours before making a physical relation.

Keep these things in mind before using

– Before using female condom, definitely check its expiry date. Also read the package insert of the condom.

Before using the condom, check once that there is no puncture or any defect in it.

Always store condoms in a cool and dry place and when using them, use lubricants so that they do not tear.

If you are using a female condom, do not allow your partner to use a male condom as it may tear.

Do not use the condom again after using it and throw it in the dustbin, never flush it. 

There may be this problem.

Female condom is 95% effective, but there is a possibility of its failure up to 5 percent. Along with this, while using it in a particular case, there can also be a complaint of allergy, vaginal problems. Female condoms are slightly more expensive than male condoms and it can be a bit difficult to find them everywhere.