Q. Can I use expired condoms?
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Can I use expired condoms? Is it dangerous? Will it affect my health?
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Use of expired condom will not cause any serious health issue. The following can happen:
- Loss of strength and flexibility of condom resulting in breakage leading to unwanted pregnancy and spread of Sexually Transmitted Diseaes (STDs)
- Loss of lubrication
- Chances of allergy - irritation of penis and vagina causing rashes
- Chances of Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)
- Loss of effectiveness of the spermicides in the condom
Even if the condom is expired, it is better to use it rather than not using one.
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