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Will Condoms Protect Against Stds?
A condom is a type of
Chlamydia Gonorrhea HIV
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Alternative Names
Prophylactics; Rubbers; Male condoms
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Other than a
A condom blocks sperm from coming in contact with the inside of the
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Female condoms
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
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