Use of
lubrication Extra lubrication, like KY jelly, can reduce the chance of cuts and tears in the skin or mucus membranes of the penis, rectum or vagina This reduces the chance of blood being present and reduces the ability
of HIV to enter the body • Strategic Positioning During anal sex, there is a penetrative partner top) and a receptive partner (bottom) Being the penetrative partner is less of a risk for acquiring HIV than being a receptive partner However, there is still an element of risk
involved in both positions • Frequent STD screening and treatment A sore or inflammation from an STD may allow HIV to enter the body of a person who does not have HIV, when it typically would have been stopped by intact skin For people living with HIV, having an STD/STI can increase the chance of
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