Male condom and 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
85%
A bit
9%
A lot
6%
Out of the 66 reviews for the male condom, 10 people (15%) 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
• 8th Mar 24
Somewhat positive mood
2 more effects
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
24 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 21st Feb 24
I am happy using the male condom as it does not effect my hormones nor cause massive physical issues.
Somewhat positive mood
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 8+ yr
Lowdown user
🇬🇧 UK
• 6th Jul 21
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
27% of the male condom reviewers reported vaginal dryness
15% of the male condom reviewers reported vaginal discharge
15% of the male condom reviewers reported thrush
6% of the male condom reviewers reported cystitis
6% of the male condom reviewers reported tender breasts
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