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If you test positive for an STD, get treatment. Then contact all partners you have had sex with in the recent month. It may be embarrassing to make the call - but you will be helping to protect others and might even end up protecting yourself in the long run. Or visit inspot.org and send an anonymous ecard informing your sex partners of your exposure.
Steps to Protection
TALK!!! Before you fuck or suck - find out about your partner. Find out what they might be at risk for.
USE YOUR EYES! Check for sores, redness or a discharge.
Routine SCREENING - If you are sexually active, have a STD screening done every 3 months.
BE PREPARED! In some cases, the best way to stay protected from STD’s is to use a latex condom every time you fuck or get fucked. When having oral sex you can use latex dental dams, and non-lubed condom to lessen the risk from sucking dick and licking butt.
EDUCATE YOURSELF! Find out about what out there. Call your local clinics, doctors offices or Department of Public Health. If you have access to the Internet - do some surfing. Ignorance is no protection.
Want a provider who is gay or gay friendly?
The Gay and Lesbian Medical Association (GLMA) has a list of gay Providers in the Bay area.
Call 415-255-4547 for more information.
National STD Hotline 800-227-8922
Internet Resources:
Ask Dr. K
got a question about STDs, ask an expert...
healthypenis.org
urologychannel.com
www.etr.org
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