'Long and hard'
A long or short fuck
During an unprotected fuck HIV can pass from one man to another in just a few seconds. But the longer it lasts, the more likely this is to happen. The longer you're both fucking, the more chance of bleeding or sore skin - or cum or pre-cum getting inside the arse.
Stopping after a few seconds is safer than carrying on. A condom from the start is safest.
Rough or gentle
Heavy, forceful fucking means more chance cocks and arses get damaged. Tiny cuts, grazed or sore skin, or bleeding give HIV an easier way out of one man and into another. Gentle fucking and using lubricant lower the chance of skin damage.
Less risk if you take it easy and use lots of lube.
- This article was last reviewed on: 18/10/11
- Date due for next review: 18/10/13
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