Kabul, Afghanistan – With the focus on stopping shrapnel and explosive projectiles from causing injury, the military has recently fielded new groin protectors downrange. The gear, dubbed "combat diapers" by the troops, add a layer of protection that has been celebrated by some, according to Military Times, and blasted by others.

“It just adds more layers and not enough protection,” says Private Jennifer O’Brien. “I sweat in it all day in this ridiculous heat. I would almost feel bad when a guy went down on me right after taking that thing off.” After careful consideration she also added, “Plus that’s one more thing to take off right before a quick romp behind the Comm[unications] tent.”

But the problems didn’t end there. Despite being touted as an excellent form of additional protection, Sgt Benjamin Harris had qualms with its level of protection.