FabSwingers.com forum: Hiv testing

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

How many one here go for regular hiv tests?

And playing safe?

Be honest

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By *ofusplusCouple
over a year ago

Limerick

It's one of the four tests on the Sh:24 programme which is completely free of charge.

So there's no excuse these days. Link here https://sh24.ie/

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By *3nsesMan
over a year ago

Dublin

People should consider donating blood. You're providing a valuable service and getting a hiv test thrown in.

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By *ford dudeMan
over a year ago

County

"It's one of the four tests on the Sh:24 programme which is completely free of charge.

So there's no excuse these days. Link here https://sh24.ie/"

This 100%. Honestly can't understand people who don't do this regularly if meeting multiple partners!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"It's one of the four tests on the Sh:24 programme which is completely free of charge.

So there's no excuse these days. Link here https://sh24.ie/

This 100%. Honestly can't understand people who don't do this regularly if meeting multiple partners! "

Well it funny this has less comments! How can it be a taboo subject? When it’s protect others and one self.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I would have thought that speaking about hiv on a swinging forum would be an automatic passion killer , I know it's responsible just isn't something people want to talk about

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By *ilthyNightsCouple
over a year ago

East / North, Cork

It's a good idea to get it done and it's never been easier than it is now! Everyone at an increased risk has no excuse really

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By *ingerNNutsCouple
over a year ago

dublin

"It's one of the four tests on the Sh:24 programme which is completely free of charge.

So there's no excuse these days. Link here https://sh24.ie/"

Exactly what this lovely couple said! Get the test delivered to your door, do it in the comfort of your own home and then post it off. Was super simple and quick. Highly recommend everyone does it

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I would have thought that speaking about hiv on a swinging forum would be an automatic passion killer , I know it's responsible just isn't something people want to talk about "

Well the fact is people are not! They need to be policed! Simple as that… if it means posting picture of your status. And make it monitory before engaging! That’s what needs to be done for both gender’s

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By *ilthyNightsCouple
over a year ago

East / North, Cork

Calm down. Nobody needs to show a medical test result to anyone

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By *electableicecreamMan
over a year ago

The West

I get tested every few months.

What I don't do is take seriously most things I read in anonymous forums.

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By *ilthyNightsCouple
over a year ago

East / North, Cork

In fact when we had ours done at the local hospital we didn't get any kind of paper or electronic proof. Just a verbal all clear, so nothing to show even if it wasnt a massive beach of privacy/personal information.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Calm down. Nobody needs to show a medical test result to anyone"

Well people are not responsible!

Don’t you want to know in confidence the people you are playing with are genuine tested?

How do you know they are telling you the truth? All they have is sex on the brain it does not matter they have it! Who cares?

Mmmm

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"How many one here go for regular hiv tests?

And playing safe?

Be honest

Posting a results on pic on your profile you mean business. No evidence of test no chats or engaging.

I have just heard there is a break out of hiv in fab community. TAKE THIS SERIOUSLY

You only get a text message. They dont give you anything else so not sure what one is supposed to post"

The text message guess

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"In fact when we had ours done at the local hospital we didn't get any kind of paper or electronic proof. Just a verbal all clear, so nothing to show even if it wasnt a massive beach of privacy/personal information. "

Just block personal details out! Yes don’t show that

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Worry about and take responsibility for your own sexual health and testing, assume anyone both on and off fab is a potential source of STIs and you won't go far wrong. People could have a clear test result from last month and had a bareback anal gangbang last week.

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By *ilthyNightsCouple
over a year ago

East / North, Cork

Just block personal details out! Yes don’t show that"

We didn't get anything to show at all!

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By *ilthyNightsCouple
over a year ago

East / North, Cork

"Worry about and take responsibility for your own sexual health and testing, assume anyone both on and off fab is a potential source of STIs and you won't go far wrong. People could have a clear test result from last month and had a bareback anal gangbang last week. "

100% this

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By *electableicecreamMan
over a year ago

The West

"Calm down. Nobody needs to show a medical test result to anyone

Well people are not responsible!

Don’t you want to know in confidence the people you are playing with are genuine tested?

How do you know they are telling you the truth? All they have is sex on the brain it does not matter they have it! Who cares?

Mmmm"

I just don't have sex with people I don't trust. Also I use condom's.

Are you seriously trying suggest that there's someone on fab that has HIV and is concealing the fact AND having unprotected sex?

As your so fond of evidence. Do you have any to back up this claim?

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Calm down. Nobody needs to show a medical test result to anyone

Well people are not responsible!

Don’t you want to know in confidence the people you are playing with are genuine tested?

How do you know they are telling you the truth? All they have is sex on the brain it does not matter they have it! Who cares?

Mmmm

I just don't have sex with people I don't trust. Also I use condom's.

Are you seriously trying suggest that there's someone on fab that has HIV and is concealing the fact AND having unprotected sex?

As your so fond of evidence. Do you have any to back up this claim?"

HSE results are from there

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By *electableicecreamMan
over a year ago

The West

"Calm down. Nobody needs to show a medical test result to anyone

Well people are not responsible!

Don’t you want to know in confidence the people you are playing with are genuine tested?

How do you know they are telling you the truth? All they have is sex on the brain it does not matter they have it! Who cares?

Mmmm

I just don't have sex with people I don't trust. Also I use condom's.

Are you seriously trying suggest that there's someone on fab that has HIV and is concealing the fact AND having unprotected sex?

As your so fond of evidence. Do you have any to back up this claim?

HSE results are from there"

By your own standards I don't think that counts as evidence.

Your screaming fire in a theatre.

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By *affa31Woman
over a year ago

Galway

Do you ask for a clear sti check from someone you meet in a pub and have a ons with?

Worry about your own sexual health and if you’re that risk adverse, casual sex might not be for you.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Calm down. Nobody needs to show a medical test result to anyone

Well people are not responsible!

Don’t you want to know in confidence the people you are playing with are genuine tested?

How do you know they are telling you the truth? All they have is sex on the brain it does not matter they have it! Who cares?

Mmmm

I just don't have sex with people I don't trust. Also I use condom's.

Are you seriously trying suggest that there's someone on fab that has HIV and is concealing the fact AND having unprotected sex?

As your so fond of evidence. Do you have any to back up this claim?

HSE results are from there

By your own standards I don't think that counts as evidence.

Your screaming fire in a theatre."

We’ll contact HSE for reports, don’t take my word for it

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By *electableicecreamMan
over a year ago

The West

"Calm down. Nobody needs to show a medical test result to anyone

Well people are not responsible!

Don’t you want to know in confidence the people you are playing with are genuine tested?

How do you know they are telling you the truth? All they have is sex on the brain it does not matter they have it! Who cares?

Mmmm

I just don't have sex with people I don't trust. Also I use condom's.

Are you seriously trying suggest that there's someone on fab that has HIV and is concealing the fact AND having unprotected sex?

As your so fond of evidence. Do you have any to back up this claim?

HSE results are from there

By your own standards I don't think that counts as evidence.

Your screaming fire in a theatre.

We’ll contact HSE for reports, don’t take my word for it"

When was your last sti check?

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By *itemeagainMan
over a year ago

Wexford

"It's one of the four tests on the Sh:24 programme which is completely free of charge.

So there's no excuse these days. Link here https://sh24.ie/

This 100%. Honestly can't understand people who don't do this regularly if meeting multiple partners!

Well it funny this has less comments! How can it be a taboo subject? When it’s protect others and one self."

It's not taboo .... its been hashed out a million times is all

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By *itemeagainMan
over a year ago

Wexford

"I would have thought that speaking about hiv on a swinging forum would be an automatic passion killer , I know it's responsible just isn't something people want to talk about

So.eone cought something

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By *itemeagainMan
over a year ago

Wexford

Just block personal details out! Yes don’t show that"

So go ahead post your !!!!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Calm down. Nobody needs to show a medical test result to anyone

Well people are not responsible!

Don’t you want to know in confidence the people you are playing with are genuine tested?

How do you know they are telling you the truth? All they have is sex on the brain it does not matter they have it! Who cares?

Mmmm

I just don't have sex with people I don't trust. Also I use condom's.

Are you seriously trying suggest that there's someone on fab that has HIV and is concealing the fact AND having unprotected sex?

As your so fond of evidence. Do you have any to back up this claim?

HSE results are from there

By your own standards I don't think that counts as evidence.

Your screaming fire in a theatre.

We’ll contact HSE for reports, don’t take my word for it

When was your last sti check?"

Feb 23, need to go for another! But I have not been playing at all…

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By *ofusplusCouple
over a year ago

Limerick

There seems to be this idea that the swing community is riddled with everything and the cause of high HIV rates in the country.

That is what you're implying op.

I can tell you that testing is a topic which comes up very frequently in conversations at socials and parties, despite its passion-killing nature. People are extremely aware, open and cautious and they care about each other.

So maybe you should be going out and asking people in pubs and clubs about their sti testing frequency if you want to actually help.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I would have thought that speaking about hiv on a swinging forum would be an automatic passion killer , I know it's responsible just isn't something people want to talk about "

Of course it’s a good idea to talk about.

Raise awareness. The majority of STI’s don’t have symptoms and some are linked with cancer.

It does not matter how many people you sleep with everyone is at risk.

For those who have blood that refuses to leave your body you can book into your local STI clinic.

If there isn’t a STI close to you. You can arrange a test with your GP.

It’s also important to remember that condoms aren’t always 100% fool proof in protecting anyone from all STI’s so regular testing should become part of your life. Swinger or not.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It’s also important to remember that condoms aren’t always 100% fool proof in protecting anyone from all STI’s so regular testing should become part of your life. Swinger or not. "

Absolutely this, plus ladies do not neglect your smear tests, even if you have had the HPV vaccine.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I would have thought that speaking about hiv on a swinging forum would be an automatic passion killer , I know it's responsible just isn't something people want to talk about

Of course it’s a good idea to talk about.

Raise awareness. The majority of STI’s don’t have symptoms and some are linked with cancer.

It does not matter how many people you sleep with everyone is at risk.

For those who have blood that refuses to leave your body you can book into your local STI clinic.

If there isn’t a STI close to you. You can arrange a test with your GP.

It’s also important to remember that condoms aren’t always 100% fool proof in protecting anyone from all STI’s so regular testing should become part of your life. Swinger or not. "

I'm well versed and educated in stds and preventative measures ,the point I was making is that it's not a discussion most people want to have!, do you ask for evidence of a clean bill of health before you get down to business with someone ,of course you dont

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By *electableicecreamMan
over a year ago

The West

Yeah I'd say it's absolutely it's a discussion I like to have. Before I joined fab I was on tinder and I had the same discussions

Have yet to find a single person who had a problem with hearing I had a recent clear test.

General answer is 'me too' or 'oh I should get mine done soon. Thanks for reminding me.'

It's great. Free tests and safety for everyone. What's not to like?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yeah I'd say it's absolutely it's a discussion I like to have. Before I joined fab I was on tinder and I had the same discussions

Have yet to find a single person who had a problem with hearing I had a recent clear test.

General answer is 'me too' or 'oh I should get mine done soon. Thanks for reminding me.'

It's great. Free tests and safety for everyone. What's not to like?"

Again missing the point I was making originally

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By *electableicecreamMan
over a year ago

The West

My apologies. I personally haven't found that it's something people don't want to talk about and haven't found it to be a passion killer.

In fact the safety conscious and responsible folk are even more attractive for it.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Yeah I'd say it's absolutely it's a discussion I like to have. Before I joined fab I was on tinder and I had the same discussions

Have yet to find a single person who had a problem with hearing I had a recent clear test.

General answer is 'me too' or 'oh I should get mine done soon. Thanks for reminding me.'

It's great. Free tests and safety for everyone. What's not to like?"

Also there is prep that one can use to protect against the virus. And on top use condom… Men and women can take

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By *itemeagainMan
over a year ago

Wexford

"I would have thought that speaking about hiv on a swinging forum would be an automatic passion killer , I know it's responsible just isn't something people want to talk about

Of course it’s a good idea to talk about.

Raise awareness. The majority of STI’s don’t have symptoms and some are linked with cancer.

It does not matter how many people you sleep with everyone is at risk.

For those who have blood that refuses to leave your body you can book into your local STI clinic.

If there isn’t a STI close to you. You can arrange a test with your GP.

It’s also important to remember that condoms aren’t always 100% fool proof in protecting anyone from all STI’s so regular testing should become part of your life. Swinger or not.

I have ... and actually I find people on fab are comfortable talking about subject

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By *r_Insatiable666Man
over a year ago

Cork

I've had all the tests last month. Depending on how often I am active, I will try to get checked at least once a year.

I also always wear protection so that helps a little bit.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I've had all the tests last month. Depending on how often I am active, I will try to get checked at least once a year.

I also always wear protection so that helps a little bit."

I have got to know of prep, and I will get that for over and above protection

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By *affa31Woman
over a year ago

Galway

"I've had all the tests last month. Depending on how often I am active, I will try to get checked at least once a year.

I also always wear protection so that helps a little bit.

I have got to know of prep, and I will get that for over and above protection "

As far as I’m aware, PreP is only available to people at high risk of contracting HIV ie drug injectors and men having sex with men. It could have changed though.

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By *rAndMrsRightCouple
over a year ago

newtownabbey

"There seems to be this idea that the swing community is riddled with everything and the cause of high HIV rates in the country.

That is what you're implying op.

So maybe you should be going out and asking people in pubs and clubs about their sti testing frequency if you want to actually help."

People who never actually swung really do have some skewed up misconception in their heads... probably imagining bowls full of keys and massive no holes barred orgies

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By *angtasticallyMan
over a year ago

Drogheda

SH 24 AMAMZING SERVICE AND FREE DEFINITELY NO EXCUSES

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By *ilthyNightsCouple
over a year ago

East / North, Cork

"I've had all the tests last month. Depending on how often I am active, I will try to get checked at least once a year.

I also always wear protection so that helps a little bit.

I have got to know of prep, and I will get that for over and above protection

As far as I’m aware, PreP is only available to people at high risk of contracting HIV ie drug injectors and men having sex with men. It could have changed though. "

I think that's true officially, but you can also get it online for postal delivery. It's not a controlled drug as such.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I've had all the tests last month. Depending on how often I am active, I will try to get checked at least once a year.

I also always wear protection so that helps a little bit.

I have got to know of prep, and I will get that for over and above protection

As far as I’m aware, PreP is only available to people at high risk of contracting HIV ie drug injectors and men having sex with men. It could have changed though. "

Well men sleeping with men, are also interacting with women! It’s a pill, it’s used if you are having high sexual contact… ie risk is where anal sex is happening.

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By *affa31Woman
over a year ago

Galway

"I've had all the tests last month. Depending on how often I am active, I will try to get checked at least once a year.

I also always wear protection so that helps a little bit.

I have got to know of prep, and I will get that for over and above protection

As far as I’m aware, PreP is only available to people at high risk of contracting HIV ie drug injectors and men having sex with men. It could have changed though.

Well men sleeping with men, are also interacting with women! It’s a pill, it’s used if you are having high sexual contact… ie risk is where anal sex is happening."

Not all men who have sex with men, have sex with women

You said above that you haven’t played since February so it doesn’t sound like you’re in the high risk category but if you want to buy PreP and use it, off ya go. It seems like an overreaction to me but I don’t know anything about your activities.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"It's one of the four tests on the Sh:24 programme which is completely free of charge.

So there's no excuse these days. Link here https://sh24.ie/"

And delivered to your door.... So no excuses

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I've had all the tests last month. Depending on how often I am active, I will try to get checked at least once a year.

I also always wear protection so that helps a little bit.

I have got to know of prep, and I will get that for over and above protection

As far as I’m aware, PreP is only available to people at high risk of contracting HIV ie drug injectors and men having sex with men. It could have changed though.

Well men sleeping with men, are also interacting with women! It’s a pill, it’s used if you are having high sexual contact… ie risk is where anal sex is happening.

Not all men who have sex with men, have sex with women

Well rather over reaction!!! Be honest it’s orgy, not every person has your interest for safety…Just good time for sex! Same as person that drives like dick, putting your life at risk on the road. But another subject all together.

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By *affa31Woman
over a year ago

Galway

"I've had all the tests last month. Depending on how often I am active, I will try to get checked at least once a year.

I also always wear protection so that helps a little bit.

I have got to know of prep, and I will get that for over and above protection

As far as I’m aware, PreP is only available to people at high risk of contracting HIV ie drug injectors and men having sex with men. It could have changed though.

Well men sleeping with men, are also interacting with women! It’s a pill, it’s used if you are having high sexual contact… ie risk is where anal sex is happening.

Not all men who have sex with men, have sex with women

Are you planning to be involved in many orgies? Have you ever been involved in an orgy?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I've had all the tests last month. Depending on how often I am active, I will try to get checked at least once a year.

I also always wear protection so that helps a little bit.

I have got to know of prep, and I will get that for over and above protection "

You can get some iffy side effects off it, I would chat to your doctor first. Especially if you've an underlying conditions.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I've had all the tests last month. Depending on how often I am active, I will try to get checked at least once a year.

I also always wear protection so that helps a little bit.

I have got to know of prep, and I will get that for over and above protection

You can get some iffy side effects off it, I would chat to your doctor first. Especially if you've an underlying conditions."

*any

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I've had all the tests last month. Depending on how often I am active, I will try to get checked at least once a year.

I also always wear protection so that helps a little bit.

I have got to know of prep, and I will get that for over and above protection

As far as I’m aware, PreP is only available to people at high risk of contracting HIV ie drug injectors and men having sex with men. It could have changed though.

Well men sleeping with men, are also interacting with women! It’s a pill, it’s used if you are having high sexual contact… ie risk is where anal sex is happening.

Not all men who have sex with men, have sex with women

Are you planning to be involved in many orgies? Have you ever been involved in an orgy?"

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I've had all the tests last month. Depending on how often I am active, I will try to get checked at least once a year.

I also always wear protection so that helps a little bit.

I have got to know of prep, and I will get that for over and above protection

You can get some iffy side effects off it, I would chat to your doctor first. Especially if you've an underlying conditions.

*any"

Fair

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By *rAndMrsRightCouple
over a year ago

newtownabbey

"I've had all the tests last month. Depending on how often I am active, I will try to get checked at least once a year.

I also always wear protection so that helps a little bit.

I have got to know of prep, and I will get that for over and above protection

As far as I’m aware, PreP is only available to people at high risk of contracting HIV ie drug injectors and men having sex with men. It could have changed though.

Well men sleeping with men, are also interacting with women! It’s a pill, it’s used if you are having high sexual contact… ie risk is where anal sex is happening.

Not all men who have sex with men, have sex with women

Are you planning to be involved in many orgies? Have you ever been involved in an orgy?

No"

Then it's fair to say that you haven't got a faintest clue what you're talking about...

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By *ford dudeMan
over a year ago

County

I don't see how this could get so controversial that it ends up being a mini argument.

I would say that everyone should get it done for simple enough reasons. I get it every three months and have never had a problem. But does that mean that I'm immune in future. Hell no. If I did catch something, it's definitely better to know sooner when there is a higher chance of fixing it rather than possibly spreading it around.

No single form of protection is perfect. Well maybe abstinence, but none of us are here for that. So this is an absolute no Brainer. If just for selfish reasons.

Would I take it as gospel if someone here said they had a clear test. Depends on the person. Just like everything in life. Do I always have a sti conversation, no. Have I had them. Yes.

Life's complicated enough without making things more difficult for ourselves. Personally I think everyone here should regularly do the shi:24 test or visit a clinic. But I believe everyone outside a monogamous relationship should do the same thing too.

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By *ardon69Man
over a year ago

city

Personal responsibility!!! That's what alot of this comes down too, yes people can say they are tested, "clean" and if you choose to have unprotected sex with them you have to bear some of the responsibilities in your actions. Of course people will in the height of the moment tell you what you want to hear, maybe show you the last test results but you still don't know if they have engaged in unsafe practices since the results.

One thing is for sure that alot more people are getting tested SH24 is a great service which I have used and as mentioned above you get a text message to confirm the results, I now use a HSE clinic as they just take some blood as it's simpler for me but you don't get any written confirmation to prove negative results.

Just one more thing, if you engaging in sex with multiple partners you should get tested as a precaution, some people form the opinion that I engage in safe sex and I'm fine attitude so don't get regular check ups.

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By *itemeagainMan
over a year ago

Wexford

"I've had all the tests last month. Depending on how often I am active, I will try to get checked at least once a year.

I also always wear protection so that helps a little bit.

I have got to know of prep, and I will get that for over and above protection

As far as I’m aware, PreP is only available to people at high risk of contracting HIV ie drug injectors and men having sex with men. It could have changed though.

Well men sleeping with men, are also interacting with women! It’s a pill, it’s used if you are having high sexual contact… ie risk is where anal sex is happening."

It isn't given to straight people through medical service ...

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