Health | 8 ways to reboot your sexual health
26.01.2022 - 20:21
/ mambaonline.com
It’s only natural to get complacent when dealing with the demands of daily life. That’s why a new year is a perfect time to reset your sexual health.
Here are some steps you can take to be prepared for a hot, healthy, and safe sex life in the months to come.
1. Know your HIV status This is the sexual health starting point for gay, bi and other men who have sex with men. Our communities remain at high risk of HIV. While we now have great options to prevent and manage HIV, it all starts with a simple test. While these can be done at most clinics, you can also choose to buy or request an HIV self-test so you can know your status in the privacy of your home. It’s generally recommended that you retest every three to six months depending on your sexual activity and risk.
2. Get onto ARVs if you’re positive Thankfully these days, HIV is an easily-managed medical condition (although not yet curable). If your HIV test comes back positive, it’s recommended that you immediately start taking ARV medication to bring the HIV under control. The sooner you start the better as ARVs reduce the chances of HIV damaging your immune system. If you already know that you are positive, make sure you take your ARVs consistently and without interruption so that they continue to work correctly.
3. Start taking PrEP if you’re negative and sexually active If you test negative for HIV, PrEP is one of the most effective and easiest ways to prevent HIV and stay negative. While anyone can use PrEP, it’s especially recommended for guys who have anal sex with numerous partners, don’t use condoms and lube and/or engage in chemsex – and especially if you bottom. PrEP means committing to taking a daily pill to stay more than 90% protected from HIV for as long
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