Oral Sex Is Safe Sex
A decade or two ago oral sex was considered an off-limits subject not to mention sexual activity, but with the evolution of sex and sexual pleasure it has become a very popular part of sexual intercourse, but do you wonder whether oral sex is safe sex?
There are professionals in the medical field who believe that oral sex is not safer at all. When compared to genital sex without a condom in terms of pregnancy it is of course the safest, zero risk option. However oral sex performed without a condom exposes both the giver and the receiver of pleasure to the risk of contracting an STI. Due to the fact that oral sex involves the stimulation of an individual’s genitals or anus with the mouth, lips or tongue chances are that there will be contact with feces or genital fluids that can contain a sexually transmitted disease.
It is crucial to remember that you are at a much higher risk of contracting a sexually transmitted disease if you have cuts or sores in your mouth at the time of sex, give rather than receive oral sex and don't use a condom during sex.
Oral sex performed without a condom potentially exposes an individual to the following STI's: Herpes, Human papilloma virus (HPV), Gonorrhea, chlamydia, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, HIV, Syphilis and pubic lice. STD's can be potentially life threatening and should be diagnosed and treated immediately.
If you've had oral sex without a condom, please consult your medical professional if you notice any of the following signs or symptoms: sore throat, oral or genital itching, rashes, lumps, sores or blisters, unusual genital discharge, pain in the testicles or lower abdomen, irritation or pain during urination and sex.
Oral sex can be a natural and immensely pleasurable part of sexual intercourse if both partners enjoy and agree to it. It can however also cause strain in a relationship. This is particularly the case if one of the partners does not enjoy it or has worries about it. One partner could be concerned about their performance during oral sex or what their lover will think of them during the activity. It is therefore very important to discuss oral sex before introducing it into your relationship.
To reduce your risk of contracting a sexually transmitted disease during oral sex always use protection in the form of a condom. It is also highly recommended that you steer clear of oral sex if your partner has a sexually transmitted disease, throat infection or unhealed piercings, sores, cuts, blisters, warts or rashes in or around the genital or anal area. You should also avoid getting vaginal fluid or semen in your eyes.
Please consult a medical practitioner when you become sexually active, change partner, or start a new relationship. It is also of utmost importance to speak to a qualified nurse or physician if you think you have a sexually transmitted disease so that you and your partner can get tested accordingly.
