Size Really Does Matter

Don’t panic, we don’t mean that size matters when it comes to the amount of enjoyment during sexual intercourse with your partner, after all that is a personal preference. However, when you are purchasing condoms size really does matter. Condoms, despite what you may think are not one size fits all and most often finding out your size is the last thing on a guys mind. Many men don’t even understand the importance of having the right size condom on hand and using only the correct size condom. By using the incorrect size condom, a person is cutting down the effectiveness of the condom dramatically which can make things like STD’s and unplanned pregnancy become more likely; some of which can even be fatal if contracted.
So if size really matters and you are aware that condoms aren’t as effective when they aren’t the right size wouldn’t the next logical course of action be to find out what size you are? The average penis size among adult men is six to seven inches during an erection. Because this is the average, most standard condoms come in this size. If you are bigger or smaller than those numbers, don’t worry anything between three inches and ten inches is common and there are condoms made to fit all of those sizes so there is a size out there that is perfect to fit your needs, and it really is worth the looking in order to get the perfect size for you.
If you are below the average size while erect, which is six inches, you should look for a snugger fitting condom. If you buy a condom in the standard size and you are below six inches while erect, your condom can fall off inside of your partner, or sperm can still escape. Even the best condoms won’t do you much good if you aren’t wearing the correct size. Lifestyle condoms are a great brand to look into, like many other major companies such as Durex condoms and Trojan condoms, these condoms come in various styles and sizes. Most condoms do offer more sizes than standard, but this is specifically true for larger name companies which are offered in more variations at more stores, where as smaller companies are harder to find in various types and sizes.
For those of you who are above average, there are many different alternative condom options available. You may have noticed your condom feels much too tight, some people even say it hurts. If this is true, you need to go up a size. A condom should fit snugly but it should not hurt, if you moved up a size or two and the condom is fitting loosely and still uncomfortable, talk to your physician about perhaps being over-sensitive. The most well known condoms for sizes above average are Magnum condoms, and Magnum XL Condoms, which are best bought in wholesale condom lots as it will be cheaper. This is only true if you know you will use them all though, condoms do have an expiration date and that should be kept in mind.