How to overcome STD fear: Swingers Discussion 2033671017

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User Details are only visible to members.	Jgatz- I'm not sure what you've heard in the media, but STDs are unfortunately a risk with recreational sex and the swinging lifestyle. That said, I view swinging as like skydiving or rock climbing-- there's no question that there are risks, but the thrill is worth it for us. We do reduce the risk by always using condoms with play partners and only choosing partners who also follow "safer sex" guidelines. It's important to realize that even with condoms, it is possible to contract STDs. I think your best source of information is your health care provider, who will most likely recommend condoms and regular STD testing. You don't have to go into detail about "swinging," just tell your Doctor that you occasionally have sex outside your marriage. Testing is recommended because STDs may be more easily treated/managed when caught early and it's possible to have (and be able to spread) an STD even when there are no symptoms. A study in Europe showed that 16% of women who identified themselves as swingers had an STI. It is also a fact that a man who was HIV positive had sex with several women at swinger's clubs and parties without telling them of his HIV status (it took a unique set of circumstances for this case to be made public). A Playboy Playmate (not a 'swinger' but admitted to trying 'group sex' and did not always use condoms) was surprised to learn that she was HIV positive. I believe these facts warrant caution, but the good news is that several studies involving sex workers and partners where one is HIV positive verify the efficacy of condoms in reducing disease transmission. STIs like HPV and genital herpes are very common. Condoms reduce the risk but, being realistic, we know that we could get them. Genital herpes is not life threatening-- it's more of an inconvenience. HPV increases the risk of certain cancers. Syphilis and gonorrhea are treatable but left untreated could have very serious health consequences. If we tested positive for any STI, we would notify our play partners. I'm not sure how many swingers would do the same. I have seen many different levels of risk tolerance in the swinging lifestyle. Some people always play bare and I saw at a club a woman having sex with many men, none wearing condoms. There are also people who do not swap and enjoy watching and being watched. One couple (with one of the hottest women I have ever seen) requires seeing the results of a recent STD test for play partners. I believe swingers should get the facts, advice from credible sources (like your health care provider) and decide what type of lifestyle activities you would feel comfortable participating in. Jgatz- I hope this helps. As I said, despite the risks we have enjoyed all of our lifestyle experiences and look forward to more.
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User Details are only visible to members.	Daisy and I have talked and we both agree that it are these pesky STDs that are preventing us from getting into what we/she would like to do. What do you do to over come this or is it just an acceptable risk? Is the risk not as extream as the media portrays it or is it worse?
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