Do you know how much is left in front of a condom?

I believe many men have this doubt. Generally, the instructions on condoms will say "pinch the small bag at the front to squeeze out the air inside", and then slowly roll it onto the penis. In actual use, I would recommend that men leave about 1 cm of space at the front end of the condom (including the small bag) to "hold" the semen. If too little is left, the condom may gradually "grab" the penis during sexual intercourse, increasing the discomfort; if too much is left, the condom will slip off.

Some people may say that the amount of semen in men varies, so is it enough to leave the same amount of space? Modern research has proved that the amount of semen in men is mostly around one tablespoon, which is about the amount of a mouthful of spit, and the difference is basically the same.

I also suggest that men who don’t know how to use condoms should find an opportunity to masturbate with a condom. In this way, you can intuitively feel how much space you should leave, which will not make you uncomfortable and can ensure the effectiveness of contraception. In addition, the design of the small pouch at the front end of condoms of different brands is different, some are longer and larger. Although this will not be written in the product instructions, men can consult the company or seller.

Myth 1: Natural contraception is safe

The truth: "Calculating the safe period" and "ejaculation outside the body" are often referred to as natural contraceptive methods. They sound good, but in fact the effects they achieve are not satisfactory. You should know that a woman's ovulation date is affected by many factors and is not as accurate as a clock. Men often have sperm entering the woman's vagina before ejaculation begins. This greatly increases the chance of getting pregnant without knowing it. Can this method still be considered safe? It is recommended that you give up this method.

Myth 2: It’s okay to do it once in a while

The truth: Sometimes fate is so unfair. Some people may not get a baby even if they work hard, but some people may get a baby through an occasional "encounter". So don't take any chances. Once a healthy sperm and egg meet at the right time and place, a new life is about to be born. If an abnormal pregnancy occurs, it will lead to a very dangerous ectopic pregnancy and the birth of a deformed newborn. It can be seen that every time can not be ignored!

Myth 3: The menstrual period is the safe period

The truth: Many people think that women cannot get pregnant during their menstrual cycle. This is not scientific. More importantly, during the menstrual period, the uterus is in a period of vascular spasm and hematoma formation, and the endometrial tissue is in a state of necrosis and exfoliation. Therefore, excessive "intimate" behavior can easily lead to secondary infection, bleeding, etc. Therefore, out of love and consideration for women, please avoid sexual intercourse during this period.

Myth 4: Condoms are a barrier between couples

The truth: Today's condoms are not the same as they used to be. They are not only comfortable, thin, and breathable, but they even have fragrant smells and bright colors. They combine multiple functions such as increasing interest, contraception, and maintenance. They can also block many diseases that are transmitted between sexes, such as AIDS, gonorrhea, syphilis, chlamydia, etc.

Myth 5: IUDs can damage the uterus

The truth: The intrauterine device is a long-term contraceptive method. It is placed in the uterine cavity of women who have given birth and have normal menstrual cycles. It attaches to the endometrium to hinder the transport of the fertilized egg and thus achieve the purpose of contraception. Because it is often in an active state, as long as it is properly placed and checked regularly, it will not harm the body. Some active intrauterine devices even have a certain protective effect on the endometrium.

Myth 6: Contraceptive pills will affect having a baby in the future

The truth: Short-acting contraceptives are highly effective, low in toxicity, and extremely reliable. Because they are generally combination drugs containing estrogen and progesterone, the drugs and their metabolites will mostly be excreted from the body a few days after they stop being used. Therefore, the body has now restored its normal fertility capacity. In order to achieve the best physical and mental state, it is recommended that women who want a baby stop taking contraceptives for a period of time according to the instructions or on the doctor's orders before choosing to become pregnant calmly.

Myth 7: Oral contraceptives contain hormones that affect weight and health

The truth: The hormones contained in oral contraceptives are sex hormones, not the glucocorticoids that we often hear about, which can cause a decrease in human immunity and susceptibility to secondary infections if used for a long time. Therefore, taking oral contraceptives will not only not harm your health, but in some ways it will have a positive effect on your health. Sometimes certain birth control pills may cause a slight weight gain for a short period of time, but this is only a temporary phenomenon and will disappear quickly.

Myth 8: Oral contraceptives increase the risk of cancer

The truth: In fact, it is just the opposite. Oral contraceptives not only have the effect of contraception, but also can bring unexpected benefits if used properly. As long as you are not a high-risk group for estrogen-dependent tumors and have no family history of breast cancer or cervical cancer, oral contraceptives will not increase the incidence of these tumors. Contraceptives also have a certain inhibitory effect on endometrial cancer and ovarian cancer, and can reduce the incidence of pelvic inflammatory disease.

Myth 9: Medical abortion is also a contraceptive method

The truth: True contraception should be a means of prevention before it happens, as the saying goes "avoiding pregnancy", and medical abortion is only a way to remedy the situation after an unexpected pregnancy has occurred. Therefore, it is definitely not a formal way of contraception and is not worth recommending.

In order to protect the health and safety of women, medical abortion is now required to be performed in regular medical institutions, and intrauterine pregnancy must be confirmed by B-ultrasound before the use of drugs.