Why do condoms turn pink?

Called S.T. Eye, the latex condom is covered with antibodies that would react with the bacteria found in STIs, triggering a change of colour. This would occur on both sides of the condom.
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What do the colors on condoms mean?

There would be antibodies on the condom that would interact with the antigens of STDs, causing the condom to change colors depending on the disease… For instance, if the condom were exposed to chlamydia, it might glow green — or yellow for herpes, purple for human papilloma virus and blue for syphilis.
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Do condoms change color?

Once in contact with an STI, antibodies in the condom would recognize the virus or bacteria and cause the condom to change color. The exact shade would depend on the STI, because reaction times vary.
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Why do used condoms turn yellow?

When "S.T. EYE" condoms come into contact with the bacteria present in herpes, for example, they turn yellow. When they detect chlamydia, they turn green. For syphilis, they turn blue, and so forth.
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Are condoms infected?

Epidemiologic studies that compare infection rates among condom users and nonusers provide evidence that latex condoms provide limited protection against syphilis and herpes simplex virus-2 transmission.
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Can you get STD from kissing?

Although kissing is considered to be low-risk when compared to intercourse and oral sex, it's possible for kissing to transmit CMV, herpes, and syphilis. CMV can be present in saliva, and herpes and syphilis can be transmitted through skin-to-skin contact, particularly at times when sores are present.
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Are condoms 100 Safe?

When used correctly every time you have sex, male condoms are 98% effective. This means 2 out of 100 people will become pregnant in 1 year when male condoms are used as contraception. You can get free condoms from contraception clinics, sexual health clinics and some GP surgeries.
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What is the color of STD?

Maybe the color of the discharge is yellow or green. There could be an odd smell, too. These are all signs of an STD discharge. These changes can cause orange vaginal discharge, chunky yellow discharge, and other abnormal discharges.
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Do condoms actually expire?

Most condoms have expiration dates printed on the packaging. Avoid using a condom after it has passed the expiration date because it will start to break down and become much less effective at preventing STDs and pregnancy. It's not just the expiration date that matters, though.
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What STD do condoms not protect against?

Condoms are 98% effective at protecting against most STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhoea. However, condoms don't protect you from all STIs such as herpes, genital warts and syphilis which can be spread from skin-to-skin contact.
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Are colored condoms good?

Colored condoms are suitable for use anywhere a normal latex condom would be appropriate. Just make certain that they're not being manufactured as a novelty product. The box should say that they've been approved to protect against pregnancy and STDs.
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Can condoms make a woman dry?

You May Not Produce Enough Natural Lubrication. This is an interesting one: some women seem to believe that condoms actually cause vaginas to produce less lubrication, but it's not the case.
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Can u get pregnant with condoms?

If you use condoms perfectly every single time you have sex, they're 98% effective at preventing pregnancy. But people aren't perfect, so in real life condoms are about 85% effective — that means about 15 out of 100 people who use condoms as their only birth control method will get pregnant each year.
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Why do condoms break?

The material used to make condoms can weaken over time, so don't use one that has expired. Condoms may rip during use if they don't fit properly or if they are not put on correctly (such as not leaving enough room at the tip of the condom).
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Can u buy condoms at age 13?

You can buy condoms at any age. Condoms are available in drugstores, Planned Parenthood health centers, other community health centers, some supermarkets, and from vending machines. Individually, condoms usually cost a dollar or more.
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Can a girl give another girl a STD?

What STDs can be transmitted between women? Some STDs such as herpes, genital warts and HPV are transmitted by skin-to-skin contact between women. Other infections such as bacterial vaginosis (BV), trichomonas (trich), chlamydia and gonorrhea can pass between women in the vaginal fluid.
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Which condoms are safest?

Male condoms made from latex, polyisoprene, and polyurethane are your best protection against STIs spread by fluids.
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Can I get pregnant if he pulled out and put it back in?

Most people only release a small amount, and it doesn't typically contain sperm. But sperm cells lingering in the urethra from a recent ejaculation can mix with the pre-cum. Even if you manage to nail your timing and pull out before ejaculating, even a tiny bit of the fluid can get lead to pregnancy.
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What age does a woman stop getting wet?

About vaginal dryness

Vaginal dryness can affect any woman, however after the menopause it is very common, affecting over half of post-menopausal women aged between 51 and 60.
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What are side effects of condoms?

Most people can use condoms with no problem — there are no side effects. Rarely, latex (rubber) condoms can cause irritation for people with latex allergies or sensitivities. And sometimes the lube on certain types of condoms may be irritating. If you're allergic to latex, try switching brands or using plastic condoms.
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Why is my private area dark?

Secretion of hormones causes the production of extra melanin in the intimate area. It makes the private area skin darker. The skin in intimate parts gets darker as you grow up. However, the sudden and excessive darkening can be due to an underlying disease or infection.
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How many minutes does it take a man to release sperm?

During sexual intercourse, most men ejaculate between 5-10 minutes and research has shown the average time to ejaculate after penetration is 5 1/2 minutes. Usually, ejaculation less than 1 to 1 1/2 minutes after penetration is regarded as premature ejaculation.
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What happens if you hold your sperm for too long?

The body reabsorbs sperm that does not leave through ejaculation. This has no side effects on sex drive or fertility. However, there may be possible side effects in people who delay or avoid ejaculating when sexually aroused.
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How often do condoms break?

Of these, 402 men reported using 13,691 condoms for vaginal or anal intercourse; 7.3% reportedly broke during application or use and 4.4% slipped off.
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Is Trojan or Durex better?

When it comes to choosing a specific brand and type of condom, it's pretty much up to you and your preferences. No one type of condom is necessarily better than another. Both Durex and Trojan offer a wide variety of safe and effective condoms that are reliable and well-tested.
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