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Re: (Birth Control) Failure of condoms
From: Lynn Montgomery, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 22 May 2002 10:53:18 -0500 (CDT)

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At Wed, 22 May 2002, anonymous wrote: >
>What are the chances of condom failure if it did not break or slip? Is
>this when they are said to be 97% effective? I looked in the archives,
>but found a wide range of different answers.
>
>I'm asking because I had sex about 10 days ago, and I'm starting to feel
>tired and my tummy hurts. I'm sure this is in my head, but would feel
>better if someone could help me out. Plus, wouldn't it be too early to
>have pregnancy symptoms?
>
>Thanks.

The efficacy of condom use varies depending upon their utilization. In other words, how applied, when applied, when withdrawn, how withdrawn, etc. In general, they are quite effective and I would guess your symptoms are more anxiety related than pregnancy related... Lynn

-- Lynn D. Montgomery, M.D. Rocky Mountain Women's Health Missoula, Montana
The information provided here is only an opinion and does not constitute the establishment of a patient-physician relationship. As with any medical problem, should you feel that you have a significant problem it is incumbent upon you to seek the appropriate medical care. I hope that you will understand that I cannot respond to individual e-mails directed to me.

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