HIV/AIDS info

Sex

Sex is an important part of many relationships. Although it can be really fun and feel really great, sex can also be dangerous. Knowing the health risks that you will be involved in is an important part of having great and safe sex.

Oral sex

Oral sex, otherwise known as a blowjob, fellatio, or just "sucking dick," is an extremely pleasurable and erotic act enjoyed by many. There are some common questions regarding oral sex, such as, "is it safe without a condom?"

It is generally considered that oral sex is one of the lower risk activities associated with HIV transmission. Although according to the Canadian AIDS Society (CAS) reported a few cases of HIV transmission have occurred through oral sex. This occurs through lesions in the mouth and by swallowing semen.

The more apparent concern is of all the other STI's (Sexually Transmitted Infections) which are more easily spread through oral sex. So when you have oral sex, use a condom. It is much safer if you are performing oral sex (the person sucking dick), to not let the person come in your mouth or swallow any cum. HIV is in pre-cum, but at concentrations that are usually too low for infection when compared to the semen itself. HIV transmission risks are extremely high especially for those who have sores (from STI's) or cuts in their mouths or throat (so don't brush your teeth just before oral sex).

Anal sex

Anal sex, especially unprotected anal sex (or barebacking), is one of the most risky sexual acts to engage in. It is riskier to be fucked without a condom than it is to fuck someone without a condom as the semen, with all of its possible STI's, HIV, and related risks, will be absorbed through the rectal tissue. Fucking someone without a condom is also risky, as micro-lesions on the penis will allow a pathway for STI and HIV transmission risks. So if you want to have anal sex with minimal risks, consider using a condom.

Rimming

This act involves licking your partner's asshole. It can be very pleasurable for the receiver, but the performer has many risks to take into consideration. Firstly, STI's (like anal warts, etc.), parasites, and viruses (such as viral hepatitis) can be transmitted as well as other viruses due to an unsanitary rectal area. To lessen the chance of infection, you can use a dental dam (a condom cut in half) as a barrier between your mouth and his anus to protect yourself from the aforementioned risks

What is the link between STI's and HIV transmission? Depending on what STI you might have, HIV transmission risks are greatly increased if you or your partner has an STI. Any kinds of open sores will allow a direct pathway for the virus to enter your bloodstream.