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FAQs - Condom
What if the condom doesn't feel good and my partner can't get hard?
Condoms don't feel good for my partner and they can't get hard.
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FAQs - Birth control ring
Does the ring protect against STIs?
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FAQs - Birth control ring
How long do I leave in the ring?
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FAQs - IUD
Can I use tampons with an IUD?
I heard there's a risk in using tampons with an IUD.
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FAQs - Sterilization
What is Essure?
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FAQs - Internal condom
How do you remove a internal condom?
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FAQs - Condom
Is it true that most condoms are about the same size—even Magnums?
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FAQs - Implant (Nexplanon)
What's the difference between Implanon and Nexplanon?
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FAQs - "Not right now"
How do I tell the new person I'm dating that I'm not having sex right now?
I'm nervous about telling the person I'm dating that I'm not having sex right now.
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FAQs - Birth control patch
What should I do about skin irritation from the patch?
I'm having some skin irritation.
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FAQs - Sexually Transmitted Infections (STDs, STIs)
How can I tell if I have an STI?
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FAQs - Condom
What if I'm allergic to latex condoms or my partner is?
My partner is allergic to latex.
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