Should expired condoms be used?

Is it safe to keep condoms in your wallet or handbag? If they are expired, can they prevent sexually transmitted diseases? (Trung, 30 years old)

Reply:

Condoms are one of the popular contraceptive methods chosen by men because of their low cost and effectiveness of up to 98%.

When using condoms, the expiration date is the most important. Expired condoms often break during sex, increasing the risk of unwanted pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases.

Condoms can be stored in a bag or wallet, but you need to pay attention to the expiration date and should not store them for too long, as this will cause the condom to break down, wear out, and possibly cause allergies and affect the couple.

Condoms should be stored in a safe place, away from extreme heat or cold. Do not expose them to direct sunlight and do not store them in the glove compartment of a car. It is best to keep them in a box or at room temperature.

When buying, you should pay attention to the expiration date to prevent pregnancy effectively. Do not reuse condoms.

Dr. Phan Chi Thanh
Examination Department, Central Maternity Hospital

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