





Component failure within the first year of condom use is from 6 to 36%. Using other mechanical barriers (except cervical caps) effectively. In 9 out of 10 trials found that female-controlled methods in conjunction with a spermicide provide even greater efficacy than condoms.
There is evidence that latex condoms are the best means to prevent AIDS.
Using creams and condoms, lubricant treated, the method of choice for breastfeeding women experiencing vaginal dryness after childbirth.
An important condition for the effectiveness of barrier methods like postpartum lactating and non-lactating women, is to match the size of their anatomical size of the uterus and vagina after childbirth. Therefore, diaphragm, cervical cap or sponge should not be used until such time as the cervix and vagina will not form a stable and physiological dimensions. This process may take 6-8 weeks after birth and more.
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