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Female Condoms
The female condom, like the male condom, is a barrier device used for
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Condoms for women
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The female condom protects against pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including
The female condom is made of a thin, strong plastic called polyurethane. It fits inside the
The condom has a ring on each end. The ring that is placed inside...
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Second-generation female condom approved
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Washington D.C. First U.S. City to Distribute Female Condoms
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Condoms
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A condom is a type of birth control (contraceptive) that is worn during intercourse to prevent pregnancy and the spread of some sexually transmitted... Read more »
Condoms
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Prophylactics; Rubbers; Male condomsReferencesEspey E, Ogburn T, Fotieo D. Contraception: What every internist should know. Med Clin North Am. 2008;... Read more »
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