what's a condom? - Sexual Health - Teens Message Board

Snowman524 · 05-29-2004, 11:54 PM

I have a question....what exactly is a condom? i mean i know it's something you use to stop from making the girl pregnate. but what i dont get is...what does it look like and how does it work? what exactly does it do? do u like wrap it around your penis or something? just wondering. any replies help...thanks

Lance2 · 05-30-2004, 04:43 AM

A condom is a sheath made of latex or other materials that is deisned so that it rolls down over your erect penis and has a ring at the base to keep it in place. They have a small bulb like structure at the tip to collect the ejaculation. When used correctly they are probably 95% effective in preventing pregnancy and STD's. They come in small pouches that you can buy in any pharmacy or drug store. Next time you're in some place like Wal-Mart or a pharmacy take a look for them and you can read about them etc.

WillNC · 05-30-2004, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Snowman524

I have a question....what exactly is a condom? i mean i know it's something you use to stop from making the girl pregnate. but what i dont get is...what does it look like and how does it work? what exactly does it do? do u like wrap it around your penis or something? just wondering. any replies help...thanks

Go to any good search machine and enter "condom". You will get a wealth of references which should answer for your purposes