Added: 02/17/2006 |
Condom Types - Different Shapes, Sizes and Colors Offer Variety and ExcitementThe meaning of the word "condom" is not a mystery to anyone. It is not considered inappropriate any more to mention the name of this widely used device. Speaking about the name of the item proper it should be useful to point out that there exist quite a number of different names which generally refer to the same thing. Among those the most widely used are "rubbers" as well as "prophylactics". The history of condoms appearance is a very curious one and it seems rather incredible for an ordinary person nowadays to imagine that modern condom types are only a few decades old and they were preceded by much more primitive items.
Speaking of the ancient condom types it seems opportune to mention that they were formerly made of animal and fish intestines as well as of linen fabric. It may appear virtually impossible to apply those, given the range of modern condom types, but in fact even such primitive condom types were believed to be very efficient birth control devices. Condoms were attributed the shape and functionality similar to that they have now after the appearance of vulcanized rubber. Obviously this is also when the term "rubber" to be used in reference to condoms appeared.
In modern times when hearing the word "condom" one would most likely imagine a latex condom that is designed for wearing by a male during the process of sexual intercourse for the purpose of considerably reducing the risk of contracting sexually-transmitted diseases or pregnancy. However, this very general idea can be a bit corrected, taking into consideration the fact that the range of condom types is presently very wide.
Latex condoms are not the only ones available; there is also an option to obtain Duron condoms as well as those made of polyurethane (widely used in the recent years). While giving even a brief overview of the condom types presently available it seems quite a good idea to touch upon the origin of the name "condom". It is a highly disputable subject and there exist quite a lot of opinions on this point. It has been a widely held belief that the word that the word "condom" draws it roots from the last name of the doctor Condom (or Quondam), who at the time of Charles II, made the well known now devices for the King himself to use.
However, there is no trustable evidence of the existence of the doctor. Nowadays the variety of condom types available is indeed amazing, they are attributed more and more characteristics that makes their usage increasingly convenient and enjoyable.
Condoms have undergone a great number of transformations and modification from the time when the mass production of rubber condoms fist began. It was about 1950s after Goodyear patented the procedure of rubber vulcanization. Modern condoms are designed to be ultra thin and can have a few optional characteristics like some peculiar color and even a pleasant smell.
The effectiveness of condoms as far as protection against STD-s (sexually transmitted diseases) and pregnancy is quite significant, but many men prefer to dispense with condoms as they believe the usage of such protective measures robs them of a good deal of pleasure.
And for something completely different try glow-in-the-dark condoms. Your partner will appreciate it.
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