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It seems straightforward — but if you’ve ever made a mistake when using a condom, you’re not alone. Studies show that plenty of men slipup with this contraceptive standby.

Condoms are a very effective (and inexpensive) form of birth control and STD prevention. But if you use a condom incorrectly, it could result in a number of problems: An unwanted pregnancy, a sexually transmitted disease — even erectile dysfunction. In fact, a recent survey of college-aged men found that 32 percent had experienced erectile problems because of condoms — broken condoms, condoms put on upside down, or condoms that get taken off too soon.

Your first mistake (before you even open up the package) is forgoing the “condom conversation” with your partner. Studies show that men who neglected to talk about condoms before sex often experienced anxiety and embarrassment — in turn, this had a negative effect on their performance.

Here are some common condom errors — and how to avoid them.

Mistake No. 1: Picking the Wrong Condom

Condoms come in all different types and sizes. Condoms that are too tight can choke off blood supply, which contributes to erectile dysfunction. And if you choose a condom that’s too big, it can slip off during intercourse, which not only defeats the purpose of wearing the condom, but can also undo an erection.

Condoms also come with or without lubrication — when a condom’s not sufficiently lubricated, this could mean erectile trouble. But keep in mind: "If you are using a latex condom and you need to add lubricant, it is important to only use a water-based lubricant. An oil-based lubricant will break down the condom," warns urologist Bruce Gilbert, MD PhD, director of reproductive and sexual medicine at the North Shore LIJ Health System on Long Island, N.Y. This can make the condom sticky and, worse, unreliable.

Mistake No. 2: Bad Timing

"An important rule on timing is to make sure a condom goes on and comes off an erect penis," advises Dr. Gilbert. If you try to put your condom on before you are completely erect, it will not go on easily and you could get off to a bad start.

Leaving a condom on until your penis loses its erection is dangerous because it allows semen to leak out from the bottom.

Mistake No. 3: Bad Technique

Studies show that common condom blunders include putting the condom on upside down, unrolling the condom before trying to put it on, and not leaving space at the tip of the condom. "Not leaving space at the tip or having an air bubble at the tip can be uncomfortable and can lead to a popped condom," warns Gilbert.

Figuring out how to put your condom on in front of your partner can be embarrassing. The best advice? Read the directions and practice putting your condom on during a trial run.

Mistake No. 4: Storing Condoms Where They Don’t Belong

"A condom stored in a wallet for months before being used may not be a reliable form of birth control. Condoms have use-by dates, so you need to pay attention," says Gilbert.

Condoms should be stored in a cool, dry place. Always check to make sure your condom is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — and don't use a condom after its expiration date. Condoms stored in wallets or glove compartments beyond their use-by dates can come out stiff and dry. Not only will they be hard to put on and uncomfortable to use, they also won’t be safe.

Mistake No. 5: Missing a Latex Allergy

"If you have irritation or swelling, or your partner has irritation or swelling, after using a latex condom, you need to check with your doctor. It could be a latex allergy," warns Gilbert.

Latex allergy can cause a condition known as contact dermatitis, meaning the part of your body that touches latex gets swollen, red, and itchy. Going forward, be aware of the allergy and opt for condoms made from alternative materials (such as lamb intestinal lining or polyurethane).

Must-Follow Rules for Your Rubbers

Take the time to pick the right condom for you, considering factors such as size and lubrication. And never use sharp objects or your teeth to open your condom package.

It’s important to know how to use your condom properly (practice in private!), and to discuss condom use with your partner before you’re both in the mood.

Lately, sex researchers have noticed a troubling trend: after steadily climbing since the Nineties, condom use in America is falling – especially among young men. Australia has also seen a decline in condom use in recent years.

In the US between 2002 and 2010, the percentage of teenage males who used a condom during their first sexual experience jumped from 71 per cent to nearly 80 per cent, according to research from the US Centres for Disease Control (CDC). But from 2011 to 2013, that figure dropped to 78 per cent. 

No, that doesn’t sound like much. But the drop-off seem to be steepening, says Dr Debby Herbenick, a sexual health researcher at Indiana University. 

One theory: young guys misunderstand condoms. “I see some of my own students coming in thinking condoms are only for birth control, which is crazy,” Herbenick says.

Part of the problem is marketing. While condoms were synonymous with fighting off HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the Nineties and early 2000s, Herbenick says recent public health campaigns have emphasised pregnancy prevention.

At the same time, the use of “long-acting reversible contraception” methods, or LARCs, has increased among women, Herbenick says. 

These birth-control measures come in the form of arm implants and inter-uterine devices – and both are better than condoms at preventing pregnancy. According to the CDC, condoms are effective 82 per cent of the time, while pills and LARCs are close to 99 per cent effective when used correctly. 

If you know your partner is protected, maybe you don’t see a need to follow suit, says Herbenick. But when it comes to STIs, condoms are the only way to protect yourself and your partner. 

“If we had a way to test for it – which we don’t – 40-60 per cent of college-aged guys would test positive for HPV,” Herbenick says. Rates of chlamydia are also high, she says, but both STIs have no symptoms. “So guys don’t even realise they have them.”  

HPV can trigger penile, head and neck cancers later in life, Herbenick says. Meanwhile, chlamydia infections can mess with your internal plumbing in ways that could make it tough for you to have kids.

And then there’s the other culprit in the case of the disappearing condoms: “A lot of younger men learn about sex by watching porn, and you hardly ever see condoms worn,” Herbenick says. 

It’s also common in porn for the guy to pull out and masturbate before letting loose onto his partner. Young men adopt this practice, Herbenick says, and mistakenly assume they don’t have to worry about unintended pregnancy since they withdraw before climax.

“Of course, your partner can still get pregnant even if you pull out,” she says. 

It isn’t rocket science: the safest scenario for you and your partner is to combine the STI protection of a condom with the birth-control effectiveness of LARCs or the pill. 

“I don’t expect guys to wear condoms forever,” says Herbenick. In long-term relationships, if both people are faithful and healthy, contraception is really the only concern, she says.

But if you have sex with multiple people, or you’re in the first few months of a new fling, you shouldn’t think twice about wrapping your penis.  

Want to make safe sex hotter? A 2012 study in the Journal of Sexual Medicine found that sexual pleasure increased when the guys reported they were satisfied with how their condoms felt.

“I tell guys if they apply a little lubricant after they’ve put the condom on, that can also really improve the feel,” says Herbenick. 

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