Condoms And Hiv Do They Work

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Condoms

Nonoxynol-9 Nonoxynol-9 is a chemical that kills sperm (a spermicide). It can help prevent pregnancy when it is used in the vagina along with condoms or other birth control methods. Nonoxynol-9 should not be used in the mouth or rectum. Because nonoxynol-9 kills HIV in the test tube, it was considered as a way to prevent HIV infection during sex. Unfortunately, many people are allergic to it. Their sex organs (penis, vagina, and rectum) can get...

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re: My doc says condoms don't work

Dear Dr. Bob,I confronted my MD friend after receiving your reply about the effectiveness of latex condoms for hiv prevention and he then told me that most Drs. overlook the possibility of hiv entering the body through microscopic tears/abrasions at...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi Mat,Where did that guy get his medical license? A mail order catalogue? Mat, don't be unsure about safer sex. It's been proven effective for 2 decades. But do be unsure (very unsure) about your doctor's advice. If I were you,... Read more »

Doctor BOB PROOF THAT CONDOMS REALLY DO WORK!!!!

Hey bob,I think that you and steve are really proof that condoms really do work. If you new readers didn't yes bob is gay, and infected with HIV.Yes Dr. Steve is his partner, and yes they have protected sex all the time and guess what STEVE...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi J,Yes, I'm positive and yes, Dr. Steve, my life partner and soulmate, is indeed HIV-negative. And yes, we have had a very loving and sexually fulfilling life together for over a decade. But how do you know we "go at it like... Read more »

Condoms work- they have saved me from STDs

hi Dr,I read your forum 2 years ago when I thought I had HIV just because I had sex with escorts. I've been having sex with escorts on a weekly basis since 2000 (i'm not proud of it, but I think that's one indulgence I will stop)Each...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,Yes, condoms do indeed work. However, I don't recommend "double bagging" (wearing two). See below.Stay safe and you'll stay well.Dr. BobReprint: From Uruguay to Dr. BobAug 16, 2006 Dr. Bob, I got all my questions answered... Read more »

Please Post - Condoms Work!!

Dear Doc:Thanks so much for your unfailing humor. It lightens the heaviness of a subject like HIV. I just wanted to tell all those who doubt the power of condoms that they do work if used EVERYTIME! I am a recovering sex addict gay man. I spent...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,You spent the last two years in a bathhouse? Wow, that must have been some "overtime" charge you had when you finally did decide to check out!Thanks for taking the time to write. Yes, indeed, condoms do work! I think the folks at... Read more »

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do condom really work ?

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

people are getting infected and they say they had no exposure to a person with HIV maybe they got it from Kissing or even sex with a condom ? or sitting in the hot tub or bathroom shower in a health club floor.
Since these people are getting infected... Read more »

PARTNER SECRETLY REMOVED CONDOM THEN CONFESSED HIV

Posted by FORTHEBIRDS, 2 Replies

Hi,
On 4/5 i slept with my x husband. Although I insisted he wear a condom and he started out with one on, when the deed was done the condom was on the bed and he said, "yup, I took it off!"
I went bananas, and after discussing it for a month he said... Read more »

hiv,condoms,std's...ect

Posted by sadface, 2 Replies

First question, should you have your partner tested for Hiv even though you are going to use condoms? Can a Std as Herpes be transmitted even if a condom is on and there are no sores present? And what about warts? Can you be protected with a condom... Read more »

Another HIV from condom question

Posted by hetero, 1 Reply

Although it may be irrational, I am still afraid of the low-risk activity of having protected sex, eventhough everyone here has stated that there is absolutely no risk. My fears still seem to surface after sex where I think through the sexual... Read more »

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