During vaginal or anal sex, both people are at risk of getting and giving STIs, including HIV. The risk for contracting HIV is higher for the receptive partner (the lining of the vagina or and offers HIV an easier entry into the body). Sharing sex toys can also put people at risk for STIs.

Known risks

• HIV

• gonorrhea

• chlamydia

• syphilis

• herpes

• HPV

• hepatitis B

• Vaginal sex: trichomoniasis

Unknown risks

• hepatitis C

Safer sex tips:

Use a new condom or internal condom for each act of sex.
Reduce friction! Add extra lube (even if you are using a lubed condom).
Remember that pregnancy is possible with penis to vulva contact, even if penetration does not occur.
Get full condom use tips here. Get full internal condom use tips here.