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Artwork adapted from Wisconsin Pharmacal.
Slide 24
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As with the male condom, most breakage is due to human error,
not to problems with the device. Couples should be careful with
sharp objects such as rings, other jewelry, fingernails or teeth,
which can tear or puncture female condoms. As with the male
condom, no genital contact should occur before the female condom
is in place or after it is removed.
Note that the inner ring must be inserted high into the vagina,
against the cervix. The outer ring must be properly placed outside
of the vagina. During intercourse, care should be taken to place
the penis inside the female condom and not to the side of it.
The female condom can be used by a woman who is pregnant or
menstruating, but should not be used if a woman has a tampon
inserted. It also should not be used with the male condom.
The female condom is pre-lubricated with silicone, but more
lubricant can be added to increase comfort and to reduce noise
during use.
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