Can I Stop Using Condom In Relationship

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questions about condoms (CONDOMS)

Ok 2 quick question, 1- Are condoms intergrity jeopardized when the condom is stored in extreme weather, such as extremely hot or extremely cold tempatures? I have kept mine in the glove box of my car and i just wonder if the extreme heat in there...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,1.Extremes of temperature can affect latex condom integrity. They should not be kept in hot glove boxes in cars. (See below.)2.Condoms can be used incorrectly in a variety of ways, beginning with using the incorrect condom for STD prevention!... Read more »

Condoms don't stop AIDS--lies...

Curiosity kills the cat...what would your response be to the lastest claim Vatican is making that condoms don't stop AIDS?...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,I recently responded to a similar question, so I'll repost my reply. My opinion certainly has not changed. Amen to that! Dr. BobWHAT ARE YOUR COMMENTS REGARDING THE STATEMENT FROM THE VATICAN???PLEASE Posted: Oct 19, 2003 Hello Doctor... Read more »

Allergic to Latex (CONDOMS, USING CONDOMS, LAMBSKIN CONDOMS)

I am allergic to Latex which seems to be the only type of condom that protect.Is this true? Are there any other alternatives? I read that lambskin does not protect........

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,Another QTND (question that never dies) and ATNC (answer that never changes). See below.Dr. BobMy girlfriend is allergic to latex, so we can't use a condom. What other protection is there?Nov 28, 2003 Hello, I'm a teen virgin and so... Read more »

Effectiveness of condoms (CONDOMS) (CONDOM EFFICACY)

I am confused good doctor...you said HIV can't penetrate a condom no, way no how....why does The CDC website say its only 85% effective. They say that it still possible to get HIV. I googled it and I see everything from 98% to 80%. I know...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,I've addressed this topic numerous times before and have nothing new to add. See below.Dr. Bobcondoms aren't totally safe (CONDOMS) (CONDOM EFFICACY)Jan 10, 2007 I don't really have a queston but rather a statement. i'm a... Read more »

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stop having sex if your going to freak out when you use a condom

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

I had a known exposure and it kills me to see
people that wore a condom get so freaked out
How about the people that really put themself at risk?
They are beating themself up for being so stupid
but it seems like the people that use condoms freak out
more... Read more »

Best Condoms and Lube?

Posted by Anonymous, 4 Replies

Hey there!

I'm an HIV + female who's starting a new relationship with an HIV - man.

We have been waiting til my most recent doctor's appointment to have sex.

I was wondering if anyone can recommend the best quality condoms for mixed status couples.

H... Read more »

Condom Use

Posted by Anonymous, 5 Replies

I am a 25 year old gay guy and I met this wonderful guy through an online dating site. He's really great and things have been really good between us. Up to this point we have used condoms consistently but now he says he wants to stop using them... Read more »

i cant stop crying

Posted by terrified2121, 6 Replies

i dated someone after not knowing them long enough at all we started sleeping together and we alwas used a condom, and he would never stop saying how he didnt wanna use one anymore. Even though i have another condition that i told him about that... Read more »

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