Safe Sex Advice
Safe Sex Advice for Gay & Bisexual Men
Safe sex isn’t just for the heterosexual man. Gay and bisexual men are at some of the same risks as their counterparts. Safe sex is one of the only ways to protect yourself from the various diseases out there. While many of these diseases can easily be treated, some may last a lifetime and/or result in death. There are many ways in which an individual can protect himself from these diseases, particularly with these safe sex practices.
Encourage your partner to get tested for STD’s and be willing to do the same. Regardless of the number of partners that each of you have or have not had, this is a smart idea. Do not assume that your partner will become offended by this. Not only does making such a request show that you care about them, but are concerned with their well being too. Offer to get tested when you request this, it may help ease the tension.
Using a condom, each and every time can not be stressed enough. Unless you are in a monogamous relationship in which you have both been screened for various STD’s, don’t risk it. In addition, if you are having sexual relations outside of your current relationship make sure that your partner is aware of this. Failure to pass this information along can put your partner at a higher risk and cause a sense of false security.
Another not so popular piece of safe sex advice for gay and bisexual men is to enquire about their partners history. While this won’t directly eliminate the risk, this is a good place to start a safe sex talk. Some individuals are at higher risk of disease based on lifestyle habits, number of partners, and other attitudes or behaviors. These can include being promiscuous and those who have abused drugs, as these individuals may have had a great exposure to STD’s.
Safe sex isn’t just about protecting yourself, it’s also about protecting your partner. Disclosing information about your sexual health and/or experiences is just as important. Neglecting safe sex practices is not only risky behavior but can negatively affect your relationships.
