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STIs and HIV

The transmission of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV, through oral and anal sex.

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Jan 25, 2026
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Long-term health effects of frequent oral and anal sex?

carry measurable long-term health risks primarily through transmission of sexually transmitted infections () and, for some pathogens, downstream conditions such as cancers; these risks are modulated b...

Jan 30, 2026
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How to have anal sex safely

can be practiced safely when partners prioritize informed consent, communication, barrier protection, ample lubrication, and slow technique to avoid tissue injury and reduce . Regular testing, vaccina...

Feb 4, 2026

What health risks are associated with vaginal or oral ejaculation and how can they be minimized?

carries well-documented health risks—primarily transmission of and, in the case of vaginal exposure, potential effects on vaginal microbiota—while pregnancy from oral ejaculation is effectively imposs...

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