What are the real risks when it comes to HIV and sexual intercourse with other men?
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The question
“I have recently explored my attraction for males and participated in anal sex, both giving and receiving. Without listening to much ignorance, am I curious to know how easy it can be for someone like me to contract HIV?” – Lamar, memphis, tn
The answer
Note of the author: Because HIV infection can lead to AIDS, this issue is potentially a matter of life and death. Although medical developments in recent decades have reduced transmission rates and significantly reduce the possibility of a worse case for HIV results, if you are not sure of optimal practices for safer sex or HIV’s risk of risk, consult a doctor.
Nothing is sexier than being active for your health. And fortunately, most of the Queer community is seriously prevention of HIV, as it would be a huge abuse of those who not only went through the AIDS crisis, but also the generations who fought for appropriate government funding for the treatment and research of the epidemic that faced the 90s.
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While medicines are prepared (pre -exhibition prophylaxis) and emergency PEP (after report) will work for the prevention, suppression or preventing HIV, the appearance of these pills such as skittles and the hope for the best will not protect you from a long list of other sexual intercourse.
Here are five things you need to know about HIV and general sexual health before you enter any meetings behind the inclination:
1. Use condoms
Condoms, in addition to abstinence, are still the more effective tool to protect against sexually transmitted infections. While the success rate is not 100% due to skin infections such as herpes and syphilis, it creates a thin obstacle to prevent the exchange of body fluids. Consider using the latex hood if you want to feel the most confident of HIV prevention.
2. Consider oral transmission
The risk of transmitting HIV through oral sex is extremely low But not impossible. It is important to emphasize that HIV does not pass through saliva. There must be HIVs in the sperm, blood, or vaginal fluid passing through cuts, wounds or inflammation in the mouth and/or on the neck of a HIV face to face risk. Although it is minimal, it is still likely to spread the infection and it is completely up to you and your partner’s comfort and trust levels before joining condoms. No cases have been reported for HIV transmission through the oral NAT.
3. Art is not all
Uneclaimable means non -transferableBut that doesn’t mean you don’t have to have safer sex. If your sexual partner is positive in HIV, then it may be in an antiretroviral therapy to reduce or eliminate their viral load (the amount of HIV detected in their blood). Thanks to discoveries in medical research and technology, these drugs can suppress the amount of HIV being extremely low or substantially absent in blood tests. But because these levels may differ at any given time, especially if a HIV-positive person forgets to take the daily dosage of drugs, it is still extremely important to have safer sexual practices to keep the risk to a minimum.
4. Prep & Pep
The Prep is effective in preventing HIV, while the PEP is essential for an emergency exposure. If you choose to participate in frequent sexual encounters, you might want to consider Prep, a daily pill that can Reduce the risk of HIV infection by 99%. The PEP, on the other hand, is for those who may have been exposed to HIV (especially after the non -protected sex). It is usually effective only if taken within 72 hours of the report and then taken for another month afterwards. Keep in mind that the success rate is not 100% and that the sooner you are dealing with, the better. This is especially important for those who may find victims of sexual assault and may avoid seeking immediate medical care.
5. Try yourself
Continue Try tests frequently. Many STDs, including HIV, do not reveal symptoms up to weeks or even months after exposure. You could infect sex partners without realizing it and vice versa. It is important to try often so that you are fully aware of your situation. Most of the doctor’s offices and LGBTQ+ local clinics will offer these tests free.
While HIV and Sti are certified murderers, they are very real dangers and must be taken into account before engaging and fucking. But with the right amount of preparation, knowledge and mutual trust, you will be able to eliminate the tror and get off without worrying about the effects.
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