THE FREEDOM BOOK - Cambridge University Students' Union

CUSU LGBT The Freedom Book 2008 17condom on the end of the erect penis – making sure that the condomis not inside out. Hold the teat, and roll the condom down. After ejaculation,remove the condom as soon as possible, while the penis is stillerect – if you’re withdrawing, hold it on the base of the penis as you doso. Wrap it in tissue paper – you can tie a knot if you’re feeling adventurous– and put it in a bin; don’t flush it down the toilet.As condoms are delicate, they need to be treated with care. Alwaysuse a condom with a kite mark or a European quality mark, check theuse by date and never store in a wallet or back pocket – the heat andpressure will cause it to degrade. For intercourse use a water-basedlube with latex condoms, such as KY Jelly; an oil-based lube will causethem to perish. KY Jelly is available from all chemists, including Bootsand Superdrug. Sachets of lube are also on sale for 10p from CUSUReception.Femidoms are like ‘reverse condoms’; it fits inside the vagina for intercourse.They can also be used inside the anus for anal sex.Oral shields or dental dams are thin sheets of latex which can beused when giving oral sex to women or when rimming. They are availablein different flavours. As they are latex based, it’s important not tobring any oil-based lube into contact with them - this includes oilbasedlube like Vaseline, as well as lipstick and lip salve. It’s not alwayspossible to tell if something can be used as a homemade oral shield;for example, microwavable Clingfilm has large pores that make it unsuitable.Latex gloves can be worn for fisting and fingering.All of these are available cheaply from CUSU Reception. Free condoms andlube are also available from LBGT pubs and clubs, and from DHIVERSE, aregional HIV and sexual health charity, which can also provide femidomsand oral shields. CUSU LBGT also has a selection of free condoms and oralshields; email welfare@cusu-lbgt.com if you would like some.Sex