**7.6 Disadvantages**

The disadvantages of condoms are that they are entirely user-dependent, requiring continuous user motivation. Moreover, risk of failure is always present due to the possibility of condom slippage or breakage; as such, barrier methods are not suitable for high-risk pregnancy clients. In addition, they should be used at every act of sex, for which re-supply must be readily available. Condoms may interfere with sexual pleasure in some clients. They require appropriate storage and proper disposal. Allergic reactions to latex is the only known side-effect of barrier methods made of latex [78].
