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A 23-year-old male asked:
Is it okay to perform oral sex on a girl? what are the risks? is checking my mouth for visible bleedings prior a date a good enough safety measure?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. James Fergusonanswered
Pediatrics 48 years experience
Depends: Understand that you will ingest (eat) any germ this girl has in the area & could become infected in your throat. If you are not worried about Gonorrhea or other STD's you can do as you wish.There is always some risk with any partner activity regarding sex.
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Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsettanswered
Pediatrics 40 years experience
Oral sex- dental dam: Oral sex is relatively low risk sexual activity. The advantage is that there is no risk of pregnancy for your partner. There is some risk for STD transmission from your partner to you. It is wise to use a barrier between your mouth and her genitalia such as a dental dam or plastic wrap. You should also use an unlubricated condom if your partner performs oral sex on you.
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Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsett commented
Pediatrics 40 years experience
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Lubricated condoms have a bitter aftertaste- reason for using unlubricated condom when performing oral sex on a male partner.
Apr 14, 2017
Last updated Apr 14, 2017
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