Other Condoms/Barriers
Dental Dams or plastic wrap should be used for oral sex. Non-lubricated condoms can also be used for protection from oral contact with the penis and a cut open one can be used to cover the vulva (lips of the vagina). Dental dams can be purchased at your dental office and at some retail stores.
Finger cots, male condoms or latex exam gloves should be used for finger sex (inserting a finger in the vagina or anus). These are necessary because cuts on your finger can allow germs to spread into your body. You can purchase either of these at pharmacies and retail stores.
Male condoms should be in place when massaging/stroking the penis (especially with a partner who knows they have an infection) because there could be sores or unknown viruses on the penis and germs can enter through cuts on your hands. Latex gloves should be used when touching the female genital area for the same reasons. Latex gloves can be purchased at retail stores.
A condom or plastic wrap should be placed on sex toys and they should always be cleaned after each use. Diseases can also be spread this way.
