Aids From Sex With Rubber

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Condoms

Nonoxynol-9 Nonoxynol-9 is a chemical that kills sperm (a spermicide). It can help prevent pregnancy when it is used in the vagina along with condoms or other birth control methods. Nonoxynol-9 should not be used in the mouth or rectum. Because nonoxynol-9 kills HIV in the test tube, it was considered as a way to prevent HIV infection during sex. Unfortunately, many people are allergic to it. Their sex organs (penis, vagina, and rectum) can get...

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Anal sex and AIDS

Do you think that anal sex puts you at higher risk of AIDSs? I read that you should not use lubricants becuase they weaken the rubber in the condom, but don't they reduce the risk of tearing? ...

Response from Ryan M. Kull, C.S.W

Columbia University's Health & Related Services

Using water-based lubricants will actually not weaken the latex in the condom; in fact, using water-based lubricants can decrease the likelihood of tearing or breakage because the lubrication decreases friction on the condom. Using oil-based... Read more »

Where the Rubber Meets the Mouth

Hello Doctor:I'm a 34 year-old female whose boyfriend is HIV+. How much realistic risk is there in me giving him blow jobs if he always wears a condom?Look forward to your response. Thank you....

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,Well, it's kind of like Superman (the virus) and kryptonite (the latex condom). Even though Superman is well, "super" he can't get through something made of kryptonite. Likewise, HIV cannot pass through latex. So how much... Read more »

Bloody Rubber Band

Dearest Dr Bob, how are you doing?I took a HIV test today after an "exposure" I had earlier this year. It was negative post-3 months. I know I should woo-hoo but I am concerned about something. Everything was okay when I was at the STD...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi Kick My Backside,I have only two words for you: Bend over!!!OK, I'll add a few more. Your OCD is indeed OOC. Stop worrying and start WOO-HOO-ing.Dr. Bob... Read more »

goodyear rubber (DOUBLE BAGGING) (USING TWO CONDOMS)

thank you for your much needed service.i will be happy to donate to your cause.iam a married man who "BI ANAL ly has anal sex with a man who visits my area .i am the insertive partner.as a ultra safe precaution i have used,four,yes four condoms...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hey Goodyear Rubber Guy,"Bi-Anal-ly" indeed! Hmm . . . and you use four condoms for your backdoor action to potentially "erase any cause for concern???" And you state, "I know what you're thinking . . . ." Hmm, I... Read more »

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Awareness bracelet and red rubber bracelets

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Awareness bracelet and red rubber bracelets

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HIV neg woman sex with AIDS infected man

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

I have a question that may sound stupid...I am an HIV neg female who had sex with my really close friend who has progressed to AIDS. I used a female condom and he used a condom as well. This is the second time this has happened and I have been... Read more »

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