@A myHIVteam Member. Oral Prep works well in men. The GI tract absorbs the medication easily. The vagina is more isolated, probably added layers of protection for the fetus. Suppositories were designed to put the medication where it is needed in women. Not a problem in men.

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What about prep suppositories? Can they work for men as well as it does for women?

Great news Xavier. I wrote the following article. There is another part of 'Safe-Sex'.

BOOTY TIME IN THE HOOD
-DENNIS LEVY

Anal sex is becoming more popular with heterosexual couples in the United States. About 30 percent to 44 percent of men and women have had anal intercourse, research shows. But women who engage in anal sex are definitely at risk for HIV and they may not even know. According to a recent study conducted by the New York City Health Department, there exists a widespread awareness among gay men regarding the HIV risks associated with unprotected anal sex. However, a notable misconception persists among straight women, who tend to believe that the primary risk factor is the absence of condom use among Black men. This belief has its roots in the discussions and speculations that emerged in 2019 when some self-proclaimed experts suggested that Black women were contracting HIV from Black men who were engaging in secretive homosexual encounters while maintaining heterosexual relationships. This secretive behavior is often described using the term "down-low," which is a slang expression originating from the African American community. It specifically denotes a sexual subculture among Black men, many of whom identify as heterosexual but actively seek same-sex encounters and relationships. These individuals may engage in practices such as gay cruising and often adopt a distinctive hip-hop style during these activities. Importantly, they generally avoid disclosing their same-sex sexual activities, even if they have female sexual partners, are married to women, or are single.

ANAL SEX AND STD RISK

Participants' responses suggest that STD prevention was not the primary motivation for condom use during anal intercourse. When queried about condom use, only 25% of participants spontaneously mentioned prevention of HIV or other STDs as a concern; none consistently relied upon condoms for disease prevention during anal intercourse. Nevertheless, when probed directly, 96% acknowledged that unprotected anal intercourse put them at risk for STDs. For example, when asked how safe she considers anal sex in terms of HIV, one woman responded:
"[Anal sex] is probably the unsafest [kind of sex] you could ever have."—20-year-old Hispanic woman

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONSULT YOUR PRIMARY CARE DOCTOR.

Depends on the insurance @A myHIVteam Member

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