Home > Sex > Need-to-know > Glossary 09 February 2004 Condoms Latex or polyurethane membrane used to shield the penis against skin - to - skin and contact and sharing of body fluids during penetrative and oral sex in order to guard against pregnancy and transmission of STI's, including HIV. Animal intestines have also been used as condoms, however the membrane of this type of condom has not been shown to block the transmission of certain STI's, including HIV. 0 Pin It Check Are you a sex addict? » Ask Sexologist » Talk Heart to heart » Quiz Are you ready for sex? » Latex or polyurethane membrane used to shield the penis against skin - to - skin and contact and sharing of body fluids during penetrative and oral sex in order to guard against pregnancy and transmission of STI's, including HIV. Animal intestines have also been used as condoms, however the membrane of this type of condom has not been shown to block the transmission of certain STI's, including HIV. More in Sex Cystitis More: Need-to-knowGlossary advertisement Get a quote Selfmed - the one with the apple Momentum - save up to 35% on healthcare Medihelp - quality, affordable medical scheme cover Frank.Net - save on life insurance! advertisement Read Health24’s Comments Policy Comment on this story 0 comments Add your comment Thank you, your comment has been submitted. Logout Comment 0 characters remaining Share on Facebook Logout Comment 0 characters remaining Share on Facebook Loading comments... From our sponsors There are more than 200 different viruses which can cause a cold A clinically proven skin care range is now available Medihelp’s regional information sessions Superior comfort and support Live healthier Be vitamin-smart » A-Z of vitamins What is vitamin C? Ask the expert Why we need vitamin D Even in a country with an abundance of sunlight you might have a vitamin D deficiency. Here's why. Beat acne » Stars with scars Acne tips Skincare Myths about acne Through the ages, there have been many myths about acne. We list the myths and give you the facts.
0 Pin It Check Are you a sex addict? » Ask Sexologist » Talk Heart to heart » Quiz Are you ready for sex? » Latex or polyurethane membrane used to shield the penis against skin - to - skin and contact and sharing of body fluids during penetrative and oral sex in order to guard against pregnancy and transmission of STI's, including HIV. Animal intestines have also been used as condoms, however the membrane of this type of condom has not been shown to block the transmission of certain STI's, including HIV. More in Sex Cystitis More: Need-to-knowGlossary