Sexually Transmitted Diseases / Question
Published: June 3, 2003
Dear TeenHealthFX,
My friend penetrated my ass but didn't cum inside. He didn't use a condom. What are the chances of our getting aids?
Signed: What Are The Chances Of Aids From Anal Sex Without A Condom?
Dear What Are The Chances Of Aids From Anal Sex Without A Condom?,
Unprotected anal sex is a very risky behavior in terms of transmitting HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. The fact that your friend didn't come inside you may reduce your chances of getting HIV by a little bit. But no matter what, anal sex without a condom is dangerous.
The only way someone can give you HIV is if they have the virus themselves. If you are concerned, we recommend that you get tested. If you live in northern New Jersey, please call the Adolescent/Young Adult Center for Health at (973) 971.6475. If you live elsewhere, get in touch with your local adolescent health center or clinic, or contact the Department of Health in your area. An HIV test is very easy and does not necessarily involve drawing blood.
If you are going to get a test, you should know that the results of any test you take will not be 100% accurate until up to 6 months after the time you were exposed to HIV (this time is called the "window period"). You can get a test sooner than that, but it will probably be recommended that you take another one 6 months after the time you had anal sex with your friend. There will be people available wherever you get the test to talk with you more about this.
You might want to recommend that your friend get tested as well. In the future, we strongly recommend that you practice safer sex - using condoms can reduce your risk of getting HIV tremendously.
Signed: TeenHealthFX
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