Contents:
- Medical Video: How to have unprotected Sex without getting HIV
- Share about your sex history
- Always use protection
- Use lubricants
- Use condoms correctly
- Perform tests together with routine
Medical Video: How to have unprotected Sex without getting HIV
Practicing safe sex is very important in every relationship, especially among people who have HIV, because sexual activity is one of the main reasons for spreading HIV. So, if your wife or husband is HIV positive, before having sex, make sure that you know clearly how to have safe sex.
Share about your sex history
Some people feel that it is very difficult to talk about their illness with a partner. However, it is very important for both of you to share with each other about the history of each sex. You must ensure that your sex partner has never had sex with anyone who has HIV. You can even ask him to show the results of the examination if you have doubts that your sex partner has HIV.
In addition, you must be honest if you have HIV with your sex partner. This helps both of you to have safe sex.
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Always use protection
Condom sex can only be done if you are in a faithful monogamous relationship, where you both are not infected with HIV or other sexually transmitted diseases. In addition, condoms are the most important part of HIV prevention. Protected sex is a very good way to protect you and your partner if one of you has HIV infection. Of course, it's easy to say, "One time not using a condom might be okay," but only one chance is needed to get infected.
Contraceptive options that can be used include:
- Male condom
- Female condom
- Dental dam (can be used for sex between women, men and women)
Use lubricants
Lubricants can really help a lot even though they don't look like they can prevent HIV. When you use a condom, you put yourself at serious risk if the condom is damaged. The best way to prevent condom damage is to reduce pressure on the condom, using lubricants.
Always use water-based lubricants because other lubricants can damage rubber latex condoms and make you risky. Lubricants are especially important in anal sex because lubricants not only protect your body from tears but also protect condoms, because anal sex provides more pressure on condoms than vaginal sex.
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Use condoms correctly
Condoms can look complicated, but actually it's very easy to learn how to use them properly. Proper use of condoms is very important to prevent HIV infection because condoms that are damaged or improperly used are like not using a condom at all. Store your condoms properly, keep them away from direct sunlight, in a cool, dry place. Don't forget the expiration date (note that the words "MFG" means the date of production). Open the packaging carefully with your hands and not with your teeth.
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Perform tests together with routine
Taking tests regularly can help you and your partner stay safe. Protecting one another if you are at risk is something that a good partner does. Because some couples can lie that they have been tested or lied about the results of the test, the best way is to do the test together.
Even though it's very difficult to stay and have sex with someone who has HIV, but if you know the right way to live it, your life will still be normal. Being next to someone who has HIV can be the most influential experience in your life. Don't give up! Because maybe you are someone's reason for maintaining their meaningful lives.
