6 Reasons Why Condoms Break and Flavored

What a bad day could it be having had a condom break while enjoying? Another question is why are condoms flavored?

 Imagine the whole purpose of putting on a condom was to avoid pregnancy, and diseases and for hygiene purposes but the condom chooses to break. 

You may have heard or experienced a condom breaking during sex. What did you do after? 

Today manufacturers are improving the strength and adding flavors to condoms. 
Flavored condoms can magically improve the intimacy experience. 


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This post will explain every reason why condoms break during sex,  what you will need to do, and also why condoms are flavored.


Why do Condoms Break?

There could be many reasons why condoms break during intercourse the common ones include the following: 

1. The condom too small for your manhood

There are also possibilities that the condom broke because it was used too small to withstand your circumference. Condoms can break in use if they are not inserted properly, for example, if not enough room at the condom's tip is left.

2. It got expired 

 Experts say that as condoms reach the end of their functional life, they smash. The Older, out-of-date condoms are not reliable and are easy to break. 

To prevent this from happening, you should be very careful to check the condom's expiration dates next time you buy one, and don't buy from the streets.

3. It got weak by heat exposure

Exposure to higher heat rays is one of the leading causes of condom breaking. 

The friction and heat in these locations may rupture if you keep your condoms in your wallet and remain in the sun for an extended period of time. 

Condoms should be stored in chilly, dark areas, away from direct sunlight.


4. Rough riding

Even though friction aids in making sex more enjoyable, too much of it can rip or break the condom. 

Additionally, doing so without making use of lubricants doesn't make things any better. 

Lubrication is required because it reduces the risk of condoms breaking. If at all feasible, use condoms that have been well lubricated; if not, add an extra one. By utilizing a good lubrication, you can greatly reduce friction.

5. Factory errors

In uncommon circumstances, the manufacturer's error may not be your fault for the condom break. 

Even if condoms are subjected to several tests to look for flaws and microtears, occasionally these things do happen. As a result, be extra cautious when you do it.

6. Disagreement between partners

Though not common, in the screening room I  have received reports that one of the partners deliberately pierced the condom when trying to insert it into the vagina. 

When partners agree to have sex with a condom such issues do not exist however, the problem comes when one of them is in disagreement.

 It could be a man or a woman tearing it deliberately for reasons known to him or herself. 

One of the reasons I received was that the man wanted a child while the woman did not. 

In one of the cases, a woman reported to the outpatient department seeking help for emergency contraception after noticing the condom broke and her husband confirmed breaking it because he wanted a third child.


What to do after a condom breaks

Go to your nearest health facility. Delaying and changing condoms may not save from the consequences. 

If a condom breaks, consider stopping using it straight away and switching to a fresh one. 

Call your doctor and discuss your concerns if you are worried about becoming pregnant. So your aim in this case is to remember the advice given above to always have safer sex without breaking things.

 The concerns couples experience after a condom break include Pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases. 

To help you here is what health workers do:

  • PEP (If your partner is HIV positive while  you are negative) HIV treatment guidelines provide pathway on managing you case
  • Emergency contraceptives.
  • Antibiotics to prevent sexual infections in case one of you is infected.

Therefore, make sure you use a reasonably new condom with a good amount of lubrication and change condoms as necessary, even in between intercourse if it has been going on for a while.  seeking help from a healthcare provider immediately after a condom breaks is the best favor you can offer to yourself.


Why are condoms flavored? 


Earthly delights! Flavored condoms are designed to enhance the oral sex experience, making it more enjoyable and pleasurable for both partners. 

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Here are some reasons why condoms are flavored:


1. Increased pleasure: Flavors can add a new dimension to oral sex, making it more exciting and enjoyable.

2. Mask unpleasant tastes: Some people may find the taste of latex or semen unpleasant. Flavors can help mask these tastes.

3. Arousal and foreplay: Flavored condoms can be used as a fun and playful way to engage in foreplay, building arousal and anticipation.

4. Spice up the experience: Flavors can add a new level of excitement and novelty to oral sex, keeping the experience fresh and interesting.

5. Encourage safer sex: Flavored condoms can make using protection more enjoyable, encouraging people to practice safer sex.


Common flavors include:


- Fruity flavors like strawberry, blueberry, and orange

- Sweet flavors like chocolate and vanilla

- Minty flavors like spearmint and peppermint

- Spicy flavors like cinnamon and cherry


Remember, flavored condoms are designed for oral sex only and should not be used for vaginal or anal sex. Always choose condoms that fit properly and are made from high-quality materials to ensure safety and effectiveness.


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