What gay and bisexual men need to know about sexually transmitted diseases if you choose to have sex, know how to protect yourself against sexually transmitted diseases (stds). Learn why gay men, bisexual men, and other men who have sex with men are more likely than average to contract hiv Find strategies for reducing the risk. Repeat testing may be needed in some cases Sexually active men who are gay or bisexual and men who have sex with men should be tested For syphilis, chlamydia, and gonorrhea at least once a year
Those with multiple or anonymous partners should be tested more frequently (e.g., every 3 to 6 months). Stds/stis are spread by sexual contact with the genitals (e.g., penis or vagina), mouth, anus, or bodily fluids like blood, semen, or saliva If you or your partner (s) have an std/sti, you can pass it to others through anal, oral, or vaginal sex, or other sexual activities where the genitals touch.
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