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Is it OK for two people who are HIV+ to have unprotected Sex?

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No. If two HIV+ people have unprotected sex or share needles with each other, they can re-infect themselves. Putting more HIV into your body can make you sick much faster.
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Can I get HIV from unprotected oral sex?

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Yes, there are documented cases of HIV infection from oral sex with both men and women. Body fluids exchanged through sexual activity can enter cuts in the mouth and get into the bloodstream. Also, certain cells in the mucus lining of the mouth may carry HIV into the lymph nodes or bloodstream. Reduce the risk of HIV during oral sex by using a latex or polyurethane barrier such as a condom or dental dam.
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What do I do if I have had unprotected sex?

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If you have had unprotected sex or your birth control method failed (condom breaks), you can get emergency contraception pills up to 72 hours following the incident, to prevent pregnancy. You should also consider the possibility of Sexually Transmitted Infections and should be tested for these as well, particularly since many STIs do not have any symptoms. Talk to you Doctor or Clinic Staff for further information.
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soon as possible- contact a doctor and request the morning after pill a.k.a Plan B. This should be taken as soon as possible- it' most effective with in the first 72 hours (that's three days) of the unprotected sex. It doesn't guarantee that you won't get pregnant- but it significantly reduces the chances...and that's better than nothing. So if you had a moment of stupidity and had unprotected sex- don't wait! Call a doctor or your local clinic.
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If you are within 120 hours (5 days) after having sex without protection, you can take emergency contraception (ECP) to prevent pregnancy. Emergency contraception or the “morning after pill” is 76-99% effective. You can get ECP at most of the Planned Parenthood clinics, or use our secure, convenient EC Online service.
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HIV Check FAQs
Sex without a latex condom. HIV is found in semen, vaginal fluids and blood. HIV can enter the body through any type of sexual intercourse, including vaginal, anal and oral sex.
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I had unprotected sex with a guy I met about a week ago. Should I get an HIV test?

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Certainly unprotected sex warrants an HIV test if you don't know your partner's status. But HIV, once transmitted, is a slow-working virus, and a person's body can take a long time to develop enough antibodies to the virus to be detected on an HIV-antibody test. NCAP administers the Uni-Gold rapid HIV-antibody test, which can pick up signs of HIV in as little as six weeks from the time of transmission.
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What if I have already had unprotected sex?

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With your partner, introduce condoms into your intimacy. While it will feel different it can be very pleasurable. Also, continue to take your medications as prescribed without missing any doses. Share your concerns about re-infection with your physician and make him aware that you have had an unprotected encounter with another positive person. With this information, your doctor can be in tune to therapy failures is they occur and possible reasons for that failure.
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If I have unprotected vaginal sex what are my options?

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Unprotected vaginal sex can lead to pregnancy and the transmission of sexually transmitted infections (STI's ? if you want more info about STI's please contact the Wellness Center). If you are worried that you/your partner could get pregnant you can see about getting emergency contraception (EC) within 72 hours of intercourse. EC only reduces the chances of pregnancy from 1 encounter.
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Can I get pregnant if I have unprotected sex while I am on my period?

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Yes, there is always a possibility of getting pregnant, no matter where you are in your menstrual cycle, if you have unprotected sex. Chances could be less likely, however, when you are on your period. Most women, if they have a normal 28 day cycle, usually ovulate, or release an egg, 10-14 days from the first day of her period. This would be the time when a woman is most likely to get pregnant. This is not applicable if she does not have a regular cycle.
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Can I ever have unprotected sex again?

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Herpes is with you for life and you can shed viral particles without showing any visible symptoms so there is always going to be a risk of passing the virus on. However, the risk can be minimised by avoiding contact with the outbreak area during the active phase; by practicing 'Safer Sex' and taking anti viral medication to reduce outbreaks and the incidence of viral shedding.
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What should I do if the condom broke or if I had unprotected sex?

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If a condom failed or wasn't used, there is an increased chance of pregnancy or the transmission of a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Contact the clinic nearest you to receive a prescription for Emergency Contraception and to discuss the need for STD screening.
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Can HIV be transmitted during oral sex?

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Although the risk of infection during oral sex is considered lower than during vaginal or anal intercourse, HIV may be transmitted during oral sex through contact with vaginal secretions, semen, pre-ejaculation fluid, and blood.
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Can HIV be transmitted through oral sex?

AIDS Athens | HIV/AIDS Frequently Asked Questions
It is possible to transmit HIV through oral sex. Contact with bodily fluids through open or broken membranes can the cause the body to be vulnerable to exposure.
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Have you also had unprotected sex earlier in your menstrual cycle (since your last period)?

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You can get pregnant at any time during your monthly cycle -- the start of one period to the beginning of the next. Although people talk about a "safe time of the month," it's hard to tell when this is, for many reasons. Your most fertile time of the month is when you're ovulating (producing an egg), but most women aren't aware when this is happening.
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Can I have unprotected sex during the Anti-viral kit and regimen?

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ANSWER: Planet Earth is a free will zone and America is the land of the free (purportedly) and you can do as you will or choose (granted you are willing to deal with the consequences of your action(s)). However, in our view, it is unwise to have unprotected or even protected sex while performing the Anti-viral kit and regimen or while doing any kind of cleanse or cleansing regimen. ANSWER: We sure would like to, but for legal reasons and logical reasons, we do not guarantee anything.
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Have you had unprotected sex with someone who could answer yes to any of the above questions?

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If you have had sex with someone whose history of risk-taking behavior is unknown to you or if you or they may have had many sex partners, then you have increased the chances that you might be HIV infected. If you plan to become pregnant, counseling and testing is even more important. If a woman is infected with HIV, medical therapies are available to lower the chance of passing HIV to the infant before, during, or after birth.
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What can I do to prevent pregnancy after having unprotected sex?

Quality Health | Birth Control
You can use emergency contraception if a condom breaks or you've forgotten a pill or anytime you've had unprotected sex. The two kinds of emergency contraception are: Taking high doses of hormones, the same kind that are used in birth control pills. Although this method is called the "morning-after pill," it can be taken up to 5 days after you've had unprotected sex. But it is most effective when it is used within 72 hours. The Emergency Contraception Web site at http://ec.princeton.
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I am pregnant. Can I have unprotected sex with my boyfriend who has genital herpes?

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To decrease the risk of transmitting genital herpes to you, your boyfriend should always use a condom and you should never have sex when he is having an outbreak. It is also advised that you abstain from sexual contact during the last trimester of your pregnancy. Speak to your physician for more information. (See If your partner has herpes).
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Can I get pregnant if I have unprotected sex during my period?

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Yes, it is possible to become pregnant from vaginal intercourse during menstruation. This is especially likely when the menstrual cycle is brief (e.g. 21-22 days). Because sperm can live up to seven days in the cervical mucus of a woman's vagina and ovulation can occur within a few days of the last day of a woman's period (in a short cycle), it is possible for fertilization to take place.
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Is it against the law to have sex if you have HIV?

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No, however it is against the law to have sex or share needles without telling your partner that you are HIV positive. If you tell the person you are about to have sex or share needles with that you have HIV and they agree to continue with the activity, you are not breaking any laws.
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CAN I GET HIV FROM ANAL SEX?

Ministry of Health
Yes. It is possible to get HIV from anal sex. The lining of the anus is very thin and can easily tear. Any exchange of blood or semen can transmit HIV.
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Can I get HIV from oral sex?

Frequently Asked Questions About HIV/AIDS
Yes, it is possible for either partner to become infected with HIV through performing or receiving oral sex. There have been a few cases of HIV transmission from performing oral sex on a person infected with HIV. While no one knows exactly what the degree of risk is, evidence suggests that the risk is less than that of unprotected anal or vaginal sex. Studies have shown that latex condoms are very effective, though not perfect, in preventing HIV transmission when used correctly and consistently.
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Can I get HIV if I have sex ?

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HIV can be spread through sexual intercourse, from male to male, male to female, female to male, and, in theory, from female to female. HIV is sexually transmitted, and HIV is not the only infection that is passed through intimate sexual contact. Other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), such as gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and chlamydia, can also be contracted through anal, vaginal, and oral intercourse.
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Are people with same-sex d?mons gay?

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It was clear to me from the beginning that occasionally someone might acquire a daemon of the same sex. What might that mean? I don't know everything it might mean; it could mean something about their own sexuality, or it might mean something quite different. It's one of the many things I don't know fully about my world. Similarly with how daemons are born. There wasn't actually any part of the story that depended on my studying daemonic gynaecology, so I didn't go into it.
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HOW DO PEOPLE GET HIV?

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HIV is transmitted between human beings via blood semen breast milk and vaginal fluids. Transmission occurs when one or more of those fluids from an infected individual are introduced into the bloodstream of another individual. There are a variety of ways this can occur: People can also be born with HIV if their mothers are infected as the virus can pass from a woman to her fetus during pregnancy or birth.
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