In this new episode of “ Everything is explained », The podcast on sexuality and society, we send your health and sexuality questions to professionals for answers. How to do ? You leave us a voice message on our answering machine, by clicking on the “My oral question” button.
In this podcast, Olivia asked us a question about condoms and oral sex. “Is the condom harmful for a oral procedure?” », Asks this listener. Marc Galiano, doctor, urologist surgeon and andrologist, author of My sex and me Editions Marabout, responds in this episode, to listen in the audio player above.
What possible inconveniences with the condom?
The doctor assures us that the condom is not harmful. Fatal latex allergy is extremely rare, and major condom brands produce latex-free condoms for those who suffer from it. However, without being allergic to latex, there may be inconveniences associated with condoms and lubricants. Marc Galiano emphasizes that it is good to look at the composition of lubricants, to avoid compounds derived from petroleum, and to prefer those based on water or silicone. Another inconvenience: the mucous membranes can become irritated because of heating during the sexual act.
The condom is a simple tool for preventing sexually transmitted diseases and controlling births. You still have to choose the condom with the reservoir carefully. To know whether to opt for M or XL, measure the circumference and size of the penis with one centimeter, before reading the manufacturers’ measurements. Finally, recalls Marc Galiano, look at the expiration dates of condoms. Too old, they can tear and pose risk to you and your partners.
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