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General Information

Hepatitis

Hepatitis can cause permanent liver damage and can even kill. Some forms of Hepatits stay with you for life and can affect vital liver functions such as:

the filtration of harmful substances from the blood
the storage of vitamins
the production of bile which is needed for digestion
the maintenance of glucose levels in the blood
the production of 80% of the body's cholesterol
the production of hormones
the production of urea the main substance of urine

There are safe and efective vaccines that can protects us from some forms of Hepatits (Hep A & B).

HIV / AIDS

Worldwide, most of the people with HIV and AIDS are heterosexuals. But in North America, Western Europe and other developed nations, most cases continue to be transmitted sexually between men. In the United States, according to a recent report, most cases of recent HIV infection continue to be among gay men. This information also indicates that the rate of new HIV infections is relatively stable (it is not going down). Most cases of HIV transmission among gay men continue to occur through unprotected anal intercourse. Some gay men are also becoming infected through sharing drug needles.

HIV

The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a virus that damages the body’s immune system. The immune system is made up of group of cells and organs that keep the body healthy by fighting viruses and infections. CD4 cells, also known as T-helper or T-cells, are one of the primary types of cells in this process. When someone is infected with HIV, the virus uses the individual’s CD4 cells to multiply. As a result, the cells are damaged and unable to function properly to keep the individual healthy. Over time, the number of healthy CD4 cells declines. When HIV has destroyed enough of the body's CD4 cells, an individual can be diagnosed with AIDS - Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. This diagnosis means that the body’s immune system is no longer able to effectively fight off illness. Because of these other illnesses, an individual may become very sick or possibly die.

Kink

Also known as BDSM, Kink can be hot, sweaty, and erotic, but there is also a whole lot of trust, honesty, and loyalty needed. This is why it is a good idea for you to get to know your BDSM partner before getting involved in this very special relationship. Just like dating, it is important for you to share what is important to you as well as learn more about your new partner.
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STIs / STDs

First of all, remember that some sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) cause no symptoms, and when symptoms do occur, they often go unrecognized. Most people with STDs have no symptoms—none! So you can be infected and even infect someone else without knowing it. However, there are some common signs to watch for. The symptoms listed below are tricky, as they can show up anywhere from two days to a couple of months after initial exposure to the disease. Sometimes symptoms can show up as much as several years after the initial STD infection. If you have any of these symptoms or think you have been exposed to an STD, contact a healthcare provider immediately.

STIs (sexually transmitted infections) or more commonly known as STDs (sexually transmitted diseases) are often divided into several categories, bacterial, viral and parasitic, depending on the nature of the infection.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A | Hepatitis B | Hepatitis C

Hepatitis A is transmitted through the oral-fecal route. Sexually, this infection is transmitted by oral-anal sex (rimming). Sexually transmitted hepatitis A tends to occur more commonly among gay men. Outbreaks of hepatitis A among gay men are a recurring problem in many large cities in Western nations. There is now a very effective vaccine to prevent infection with hepatitis A. Unfortunately, despite the higher rates of hepatitis A infection among gay men, most members of the gay community are unaware of this vaccine. Most gay men who are at risk for this infection have never been vaccinated, despite the availability of the vaccine.

In addition to the risks of hepatitis A, rimming may also pose a risk for certain bacterial and parasitic infections, due to potential exposure to feces while rimming is taking place.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis A | Hepatitis B | Hepatitis C

Hepatitis B is transmitted the same way as HIV, but is much more infectious than HIV. Between men, the infection is most commonly transmitted through unprotected anal intercourse and giving oral-anal sex. Some gay men have been infected through sharing drug needles as well. In Western nations, sexually transmitted Hepatitis B tends to occur more commonly among gay men. There is now a very effective vaccine to prevent infection with Hepatitis B. Unfortunately, despite the higher rates of Hepatitis B infection among gay men, most members of the gay community are unaware of this vaccine. Most gay men who are at risk of this infection have never been vaccinated, despite the availability of the vaccine.

How It's Spread:

Hepatitis B is transmitted through unprotected anal, vaginal, and oral sex with an infected person; through contaminated needles or syringes. Hepatitis B is not transmitted through such causal contact as hugging, shaking hands, sharing food, using the same eating utensils, drinking from the same glass, sitting on public toilets, or touching door knobs.