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Can sperm go through a condom?

By Emily @ Planned Parenthood | March 16, 2018, 2:55 p.m.

Category: Birth Control

Nope! Sperm can’t pass through a condom. The only way that could happen is if the condom breaks or if it has a hole in it. Otherwise, sperm stays trapped inside the condom. That’s why condoms are so good at preventing pregnancy.

Bonus: STDs can’t get through condoms either, so they’re great for STD protection, too.

Tags: condoms