Latex condoms, when used consistently and correctly, are highly effective in
preventing transmission of HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. In addition, correct
and consistent use of latex condoms can reduce the risk of other sexually
transmitted diseases (STDs), including discharge and genital ulcer diseases.
While the effect of condoms in preventing human papilloma virus (HPV) infection
is unknown, condom use has been associated with a lower rate of cervical
cancer, an HPV-associated disease. Laboratory studies have demonstrated that latex condoms provide an essentially impermeable barrier to particles the size of STD pathogens.
http://www.cdc.gov/nchstp/od/condoms.pdf
What kind of inputs do you have regarding pores in condoms?
I see, well as stated before I appreciate the inputs, I just needed these and more professional opinions on the matter. Quite the learning experience.
You may think you are erudite on the matter of early HIV infection and symptoms, given that you've read a "plethora of research" about this. However, if you read just a little bit more, you will find that symptoms are not a valid indicator on whether or not you have HIV.
Lots of things cause lymphadenopathy. The flu is an example.
Plus, HIV does not just cause one node to swell. Nodes throughout your body swell.
The fact remains that most people who contract HIV do not exhibit symptoms of any sort, until they get opportunistic infections and become sick.
What was my first reply to you?
Ok, It's just from what I've been reading, I've done a plethora of research on the matter, and I read that a swollen gland is a possible symptom. So you think my test will come back negative? Thank you for your input sir.