What should I do if the condom breaks?
If the condom breaks, tears or slips off during sex, there may be a chance that either partner has been exposed to an STI. You and your partner can make appointments to be tested at Health Services by calling 401.863-3953, or you can click here for more information on additional testing sites in Providence. For couples concerned about pregnancy, a woman may want to consider using Emergency Contraceptive Pills (ECPs). They are available without prescription at Health Services 24 hours a day and should be taken within 120 hours after unprotected intercourse, the sooner the better. Call Health Services at 401.863-3953 to find out if you should take ECPs. What if I have an allergy to latex condoms? People who have an allergy to latex now have options when it comes to condoms. The newest type of condom is made of polyurethane plastic. It has a looser fit, a longer shelf life and reportedly transmits more heat across the condom. Female condoms are another option for people with latex allergy
If the condom breaks, tears or slips off during sex, there may be a chance that either partner has been exposed to a STI. You and your partner can make appointments to be tested at the Student Health Center by calling (512) 245-2167, or you can click here for more information about additional testing sites in San Marcos. For couples concerned about pregnancy, a woman may want to consider using emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs). They are available at the Student Health Center and should be taken within 120 hours after unprotected intercourse. Call the Student Health Center at (512) 245-2167 for information about ECPs. What if I have an allergy to latex condoms? People who have an allergy to latex can still use condoms that are latex-free. The newest type of condom is made of polyurethane plastic. It has a looser fit, a longer shelf life and reportedly transmits more heat across the condom. Female condoms are another option for people with latex allergy because they, too, are made of
What should I do if the condom breaks? Answer: Condom breaks do occur, and when they do it can cause a lot of anxiety. What should you do if the condom breaks? Follow these recommendations. • Remain calm…take a breath and relax. That will make it easier for you to make ration decisions. • If the condom breaks while you’re having sex and before ejaculation, immediately stop, pull out and apply a new condom. • If ejaculation has occurred, pull out carefully. • Shower or wash your genital area thouroughly with soap and warm water. • Have a discussion with your partner. Talk about how careful each of you have been in the past. Talk about possible HIV risk factors such as a history of IV drug use, unsafe sex practices, having sex with prostitutes, etc. • Even if both you and your partner believe you have been safe in the past, get tested for HIV. Repeat that test at 6 weeks, 3 months and 6 months to allow time for the body to produce HIV antibodies if infection has occured.
Accidents happen: In moments of passion, a condom worn incorrectly (or past its expiration date) can break or slip off, putting you at risk for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) such as HIV and if you’re a woman pregnancy. Morning-after HIV prevention After such an accident, you and your partner should get tested for STDs, including HIV, as soon as possible. If you have been exposed to the HIV virus, ask for postexposure prophylaxis (PEP), a “morning after” treatment for HIV that may prevent infection. The treatment is a monthlong course of HIV (antiretroviral) medications that are most effective if you start them right away but may still work up to 72 hours after exposure. Side effects can include extreme nausea and fatigue. To find PEP, call a doctor, a health clinic, an AIDS service organization, or a health department, or visit your local emergency room.
Accidents happen: In moments of passion, a condom worn incorrectly (or past its expiration date) can break or slip off, putting you at risk for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) such as HIV and—if you’re a woman—pregnancy. Morning-after HIV prevention After such an accident, you and your partner should get tested for STDs, including HIV, as soon as possible. If you have been exposed to the HIV virus, ask for postexposure prophylaxis (PEP), a morning-after treatment for HIV that may prevent infection. The treatment is a monthlong course of HIV (antiretroviral) medications that are most effective if you start them right away—but may still work up to 72 hours after exposure. Side effects can include extreme nausea and fatigue. To find PEP, call a doctor, a health clinic, an AIDS service organization, or a health department, or visit your local emergency room.
