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Condoms are the sexual wellness item that most people learn about first, and they are uniquely useful. This is because they are the only form of protection that can both help to stop the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) such as HIV while also preventing pregnancy.

The marketplace and assortment of condoms is diverse - including both "traditional" male condoms (that is, condoms that cover the penis shaft), and now a female condom, or vaginal sheath, which is used by a woman as a protective condom and which fits inside her vagina.

Condoms are typically made from latex or polyurethane. Latex condoms are the most commonly found condom around the world, however some people have allergies to latex condoms, and therefore prefer polyurethane condoms.

Condoms (and the lubricants on them) sometimes contain a spermicide called Nonoxynol 9. Adding Nonoxynol 9 to condoms was thought in the past to help to prevent pregnancy and the transmission of HIV and other STDs, but it is now known to be ineffective.

Condoms come in a variety of shapes. Most have a reservoir tip although some do have a plain tip. Condoms may be regular shaped (with straight sides), form fit (indented below the head of the penis), or they may be flared (wider over the head of the penis). Ribbed condoms are textured with ribs or bumps, which can increase sensation for both partners. There are also different colored condoms you can buy, as well as flavored condoms that are designed to make oral sex more enjoyable for the person giving fellatio.

As far as condom size goes, there are different widths and lengths for everyone. You might want or need a "closer" fit in your condoms, or perhaps the standard size is a bit too constricting for you. The most important guideline about size for condoms is to avoid using a condom that is too loose on the penis when fully erect. This can often cause condoms to slip off during intercourse, which immediately exposes the couple to STDs, as well as pregnancy in the case of vaginal sex.

It's up to you which type of condoms you choose. It is important to communicate with your partner to be sure that you are using condoms that satisfy both of you.