The use of condoms for contraception is a popular and reliable method, but here unpleasant moments are possible. For example, the case when a condom broke during sex. And what do you want me to do if this trouble happens?
Can a condom break?
Still how can, in any case, questions, what to do if the condom has torn, moreover, its piece has remained inside, quite often. Usually, small parts go out on their own, but if this does not happen, then you need to see a doctor.
In what cases can such embarrassment occur? Most often, this happens when using poor-quality products and in violation of the rules of use and expiration date. Condoms of Asian manufacturers, except for Japanese ones, are "notorious" for their low quality. Also, a condom can break if you use an oil based lubricant. Well, do not use two condoms at the same time, then the probability of a break is higher.
Can I get pregnant if I break a condom?
Once the couple discovers that the condom is torn, both try to understand what they are facing and the first thing that comes to mind is an unplanned pregnancy. Is the probability of pregnancy great if the condom broke during sex? To answer this question, you need to consider the following points:
- time when the condom broke - before or after ejaculation. If the rupture occurred before ejaculation, the risk of becoming pregnant is very low. Of course, a certain amount of seminal fluid has already been allocated and it may be enough for the onset of pregnancy, but still this probability is not high;
- whether there was a condom with spermicide lubrication - it does not give 100% guarantee, but the risk of getting pregnant again decreases;
- the day you had sex. It is known that there are "safe" days when the risk of getting pregnant is very low, it's 5 days before the start and 5 days after the menstrual period.
It is easy to understand that if a condom is torn it is possible how to become pregnant, and get other unpleasant consequences. Namely, various diseases transmitted sexually.
What should I do if I break a condom?
If a condom is torn, what should I do - drink tablets, run to a doctor or is there enough hygienic procedures?
To prevent unwanted pregnancy, you need to remove semen from the vagina as soon as possible. To do this, take a shower and masticate with a solution of lemon juice (a solution of citric acid), salicylic or boric acid - in an acidic environment, spermatozoa die faster. To prepare the solution, take 1 teaspoon of any of these acids per 1 liter of water. Before use, the solution should be tried, it should be only slightly acidic, otherwise a burn of the mucous membrane can be obtained. If you start syringing, you felt a burning sensation, then the concentration of the solution is high and it must be diluted with water. The procedure should be carried out within 3-5 minutes, and repeat after a while. This can be sufficient only if the condom is broken before ejaculation.
If you are sure that the condom breakage occurred after ejaculation, then it is necessary to take "emergency" contraception measures.
If you are also unsure of your partner, you will still have to visit a doctor. Because if a condom is torn, you can catch both HIV and less serious STDs. And as a reduction in the risk of obtaining such a "surprise" after the act, you need to wash the external genitalia and rinse with antiseptic, for example, a solution of potassium permanganate, or a solution of betadine. Do this no more than 2 hours after sexual intercourse.