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The 26 pages that link to Condom, each with the reason it gives.

• ContraceptionBroader topic: Condoms are the contraceptive method in this set that also reduces STI transmission.

• Harm reductionRelated: Condom use reduces sexual-health risks without requiring abstinence from sex.

• LatexBroader topic: Dipped latex films are widely used to manufacture condoms.

• Natural rubberRelated: Natural latex rubber is used to make many condoms, though synthetic alternatives also exist.

• Post-exposure prophylaxisCompared with: Condoms can prevent exposure before it occurs; PEP is considered after a possible exposure.

• Sex educationBroader topic: Instruction can explain correct use and the limits of barrier protection.

• Risk compensationRelated: Perceived protection can affect sexual behavior, though effects vary by context.

• Herpes simplex virusRelated: Condoms reduce herpes transmission risk, although uncovered skin can still shed infectious virus.

• HIV preventionRelated: Condoms reduce sexual HIV transmission while also preventing some other sexually transmitted infections.

• Pre-exposure prophylaxisRelated: Condoms can complement PrEP, which does not prevent most other sexually transmitted infections.

• Barrier contraceptionNarrower topic: Condoms are the most widely used barrier methods and include external and internal forms.

• Oral sexRelated: A condom can reduce exposure during oral stimulation of a penis.

• HIV transmissionRelated: Correct and consistent use reduces sexual HIV transmission by limiting contact with infectious fluids.

• Intrauterine deviceCompared with: Condoms can reduce sexually transmitted infection transmission; IUDs do not.

• PolyisopreneBroader topic: Natural-rubber polyisoprene is used to make condoms, including versions without natural-rubber latex proteins.

• Sexual abstinenceCompared with: Condoms offer risk reduction when sex occurs, complementing rather than duplicating abstinence.

• VasectomyCompared with: Unlike vasectomy, condoms are reversible at each use and provide infection protection.

• Birth controlBroader topic: It is a widely used barrier method with protection against some infections.

• Dental damCompared with: Condoms suit oral sex involving a penis, while dental dams cover vulvas or anuses.

• Anal sexRelated: Condoms can reduce transmission of sexually transmitted infections during anal sex.

• ChlamydiaRelated: Consistent use lowers the chance of transmitting chlamydia during sex.

• Doggy styleRelated: Condoms can reduce transmission risks during intercourse in this position.

• Sex shopRelated: Some shops stock condoms and related sexual-health supplies.

• HerpesRelated: Condoms lower, but do not eliminate, genital herpes transmission risk.

• History of birth controlRelated: Condoms moved from animal-membrane sheaths to inexpensive rubber and latex products.

• Safe sexBroader topic: Condoms provide barrier protection against both pregnancy and many sexually transmitted infections.