Giving the finger...
Dear Dr. Dick,
What is the point of "finger condoms?" I can't even finger someone without having to use protection? What will they come up with next...
Sincerely,
Deeply Troubled
Dear Troubled,
I understand your disenchantment. It seems like everywhere you turn, there's a new device for covering up. Of course it's anyone's choice to use a finger condom, but it's good to know they're an option.
Would you want your doctor to give you a rectal exam without wearing gloves? Ok, forget the naughty nurse or doctor fantasy for a second. Finger condoms can help prevent you from getting bacteria or viruses that spread through contact with skin, or very small breaks in the skin. These bugs include STIs like herpes, syphilis, and human papilloma virus (also known as HPV, the virus that can cause warts, anal cancer, and cervical cancer).
If you put your fingers in someone's anus, finger condoms might also prevent you from touching bacteria that can cause diarrhea or hepatitis A. In addition, dirt under the fingernails can spread infection. You never know where someone's hand has been. *Although it is possible to get HIV or Hepatitis C through a sore on your finger touching a bloody area inside someone's anus or vagina, the risk is probably very small.
Finger condoms, (also called finger cots), look like mini condoms. They fit smoothly over a finger, and come in latex and non-latex varieties. They can also be used on small sex toys to prevent the spread of germs, bacteria, and sexual bugs. Add some sensual lube to increase pleasure (just make sure it's water or silicone-based).
To use, wash your hands, place the finger condom on the tip of your finger, and roll it down so that it touches the base of your finger. After use, carefully roll the condom up your finger to prevent touching the contaminated side, and throw away in the trash.
Take care,
Dr. Dick