Do Condoms Protects Against Hiv?

When used the right way every time, condoms are highly effective in preventing HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). If condoms are paired with other option like PrEP or ART, they provide even more protection.

Are condoms the best protection against HIV?

Latex condoms provide the best protection against HIV. Plastic (polyurethane) or synthetic rubber condoms are good for people with latex allergies. Note: Plastic condoms break more often than latex condoms. Natural membrane (such as lambskin) condoms have small holes in them and don't block HIV and other STDs.

How much protection do condoms give HIV?

This is because it's possible that people may not use condoms consistently or correctly during sex. Data collected by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) from both lab and epidemiological studies estimates that, when used consistently and correctly, condoms lower the risk of HIV transmission by about 85 percent .