Clear mind, full heart, can’t lose
It’s been proven: the better we know the person we’re having sex with, the less at risk we feel of contracting an STBBI. Yet relying only on a sense of familiarity to decide whether to use protection or get tested can affect our sexual health.
Being able to distinguish between the trust we have in someone from the actual level of risk is important.
Tip #1
Keep protecting yourself, even when you trust someone implicitly
A quick reminder: STBBIs don’t always show symptoms. It’s possible to have one, and pass it on, without even knowing. The risks are real, even when you trust your partner.
Don’t mess with your health: use protection and get tested. That way, you and your partner can enjoy yourselves with real peace of mind.
Tip #2
If you decide to stop using protection, have an open and honest conversation about it
Here are a few questions you can ask to get the conversation started:
- Are you comfortable if we stop using protection?
- When was your last STBBI test?
- What were the results?
- If they were positive, did you complete your treatment?
- If they were negative, have you had any other sexual partners since then?
- Do you want to get tested together?
