The Sex Position That Transmits HIV Virus

When it comes to the transmission of HIV/AIDS, there are a myriad of factors to consider including behaviour, sexual orientation and gender. Also, some sex positions can increase the risk of transmitting the virus therefore it is important to understand the risks in a bid to practice safe sex. In this article, we’ll explore the basics of HIV transmission, the sex positions that cause HIV and the role they play in HIV transmission as well as how you can reduce the risk of contracting the virus during sexual intercourse.

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that weakens your immune system that is it makes it hard for it to fight off diseases and infections. It is transmitted through fluids such as breast milk, blood, vaginal and seminal fluids. The virus enters the body through cut skin sores or mucous membranes like that in the vagina, rectum or mouth.

One of the most common ways the virus can be transmitted is through mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and also through sharing needles. The virus cannot be transmitted through insect bites or skin-to-skin contact.

Both anal and vaginal sex are considered sex styles that are high risk for HIV. The sex positions that cause the virus are those that involve deep penetration and more friction as they pose a high risk for the transmission of the virus. It is also possible to contract HIV through oral sex although it is considered lower risk as compared to vaginal or anal sex.

Anal sex is considered a high-risk cause for the virus compared to vaginal sex. This is because the rectum has fragile tissue that can tear or bleed easily during sex. This therefore provides an entry for the HIV virus. HIV can be transmitted during any sexual activity although the risks vary depending on the sex styles used and the penetration depth.

The friction present and the presence of bodily fluids are factors that can increase the likelihood of spreading the HIV virus. Having anal sex without the use of a condom is considered to be a high risk for transmission of HIV because of the likelihood of cuts and tears in the rectal lining in addition to HIV presence in semen and rectal secretions.

Anal sex is also at high risk for the spread of HIV since the rectal tissues are more susceptible to HIV infection compared to vaginal tissues. This means that even small amounts of the virus present in rectal secretions or semen can penetrate the bloodstream easily.

When engaging in anal sex it is important to use lots of water-based lubricants to reduce the risk of cuts and tears and a condom to prevent transmission of STIs and HIV. It is important to note that the risk of HIV transmission can be increased if the partner has an untreated Sexually Transmitted Infection. (STI).