Does the male condom cause thrush?

How our community feel they have been impacted by thrush on the male condom

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

None or not sure

84%

A bit

9%

A lot

6%

Out of the 64 reviews for the male condom, 0 people (0%) reported thrush.

Reviewers that reported thrush as a side effect

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

Used for 3 - 6 mo
25 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  3 weeks ago

  •  Still using

You would need a lot of lube as it is not naturally liberated.

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Top side effects not reported

0 helpful

0 comments

Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
24 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  21st Feb 24

  •  Still using

I am happy using the male condom as it does not effect my hormones nor cause massive physical issues.


Top side effects not reported

0 helpful

0 comments

Used for 8+ yr
Lowdown user
🇬🇧 UK
  •  6th Jul 21

  •  Stopped using

A very reliable method of contraception as long as you know how to put it on properly! There is also a 30 minute limit on how long you should use one to make sure it's stays effective and prevent breaking/slipping. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/contraception/condom-tips/ Trying different brands and types until you find one you both like is key to satisfaction with using them. Also lube really helps. Currently using during the fertile window of my cycle, determined by the fertility awareness method I use (symptothermal method).


Top side effects not reported

0 helpful

0 comments

Male condom common side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

28% of the male condom reviewers reported vaginal dryness

16% of the male condom reviewers reported vaginal discharge

16% of the male condom reviewers reported thrush

6% of the male condom reviewers reported cystitis

6% of the male condom reviewers reported tender breasts


Possible the male condom side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

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