Dear BlondeReb3,

Usually a guy can feel his condom break because the sensation he feels increases noticeably. Some men, unfortunately, like the sensation and keep on going to orgasm, which can lead to unintended pregnancy and infection. It is true that if the condom breaks close to orgasm, the sensation of breaking may be confused with orgasm and neither partner may notice.

A woman who is concerned about unintended pregnancy after a condom breaks or slips off may want to consider emergency contraception (EC). EC can reduce the risk of pregnancy after unprotected intercourse. Emergency contraception can reduce the risk of pregnancy if started within 120 hours of unprotected vaginal intercourse. The sooner EC is taken, the better. It works best when started within 72 hours — during this time it can reduce the risk of pregnancy from 75 to 89 percent.

If you have had unprotected sex within the last 120 hours (five days), and need an appointment to receive EC, please call 1-800-230-PLAN for a Planned Parenthood center nearest you. Planned Parenthood can also give you information of testing for sexually transmitted infections.

Hope this information helps!

Take care,

teenwire.com^® Editors

This column is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have a medical problem, please call toll-free 1-800-230-PLAN for an appointment with the Planned Parenthood health center nearest you.