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This probably isn't a very common question, it's just that most of the "ask an expert" websites seem like they're not really experts, this website looks different.
I recently purchased some flavored lubricant at a novelty store. Before using it, I had two questions.
1) Will using it weaken the condom? It is a water-based lubricant, but will its use lower the protection of pregnancy?
2) Because it is flavored and contains sugar, will it be harmful to my girlfriend? Will the sugar lead to infections?
Thank you for your help and advice.
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Answer:
by Annette Owens: ()
You asked some very good questions. To my knowledge only lubricants, which are not water based, such as any oil or petroleum based products will destroy latex condoms, gloves or dental dams. So if you are using a truly water based product, according to common safer sex standards you should be fine using condoms. Be aware that some lubes are labeled “water-soluble” and may contain oils.
Unless your girlfriend is prone to yeast infections or has very sensitive genital tissue that does not tolerate the artificial colors and flavors of the lubricant you should be fine using the product. It might be a good idea, however, to wash remnants of the lubricant off after lovemaking since sugar is a wonderful medium for most germs to grow.
Have fun!
Annette Owens, MD PhD
Reviewed by: Patricia Fawver Ph.D. in Sexology
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