WHY ARE HOMOSEXUALS AT HIGHER RISK OF HIV/AIDS?
Homosexual activity may involve anal penetration of the passive partner by the penis of the other partner. The rectum has a less robust lining than the vagina and is more easily damaged. This provides easy access for HIV from the infected semen to a passive partner or the HIV infected blood from the torn rectal lining of a passive partner can enter the penis through any ulcers or abrasions on the penis of the other partner.
Homosexual activity may involve anal penetration of the passive partner by the penis of the other partner. The rectum has a less robust lining than the vagina and is more easily damaged. This provides easy access for HIV from the infected semen to a passive partner or the HIV infected blood from the torn rectal lining of a passive partner can enter the penis through any ulcers or abrasions on the penis of the other partner.
Unprotected anal penetrative activity is a high risk for the spread of HIV because:
i. Condoms tear more easily during anal intercourse unless they are well lubricated. When one uses a well-lubricated condom correctly and consistently, from the time of penetration until the end of the act, it provides protection against HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases.
ii. Male homosexuals tend to have more number of sexual partners and therefore naturally are at greater risk of picking up the HIV infection.
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