With man dated face mask-wearing and physical separation of at least six feetbecoming the new standard worldwide, the issue remains: is sex safe?
In a nutshell, it can be, but any sort ofin-person sexual behavior is risky during the Covid-19 pandemic. However, thereare methods to maintain personal touch while remaining connected.
Depending onthe social distancing guidelines, risk levels for you (or your partners), andother ever-changing circumstances during the Covid-19 pandemic, you may need to modify your sexual habits to be safe.
Several suggestions for safer sex during the Covid-19 pandemic are mentioned below:
· Ifyou or your partner have any COVID-19 symptoms, such as a dry cough, fever,tiredness, or loss of taste or smell, you must remain at least 14 days apart to avoid transmitting the Covid-19 virus.
· Avoidkissing anyone who isn't in your small group of friends, and don't kiss if youor your spouse are sick.
· Videodates, phone conversations, sexting, webcam sex, internet chat rooms, and groupcam rooms are all methods to participate in sexual activity without the risk of COVID-19 viral transmission.
· Thereare several methods to build or sustain closeness with your partner apart fromhaving sex. Go on virtual dates, discuss your favorite music, send notes to one other, and dress up for each other.
· Avoid sexual practices that include semen or urine and provide a risk of fecal oraltransmission.
· Onlyparticipate in sexual activities like intercourse if you and your partner arefeeling well. Do not have sexual relations with someone who has COVID-19 symptoms or has tested positive for the virus.
· Usecondoms and dental dams that can help prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) like the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) by reducing contact with saliva or faeces, especially during oral and anal intercourse.
· Rimmingand any other sexual activity that includes putting your mouth on the anusshould be avoided. A virus in faeces might enter your mouth and cause Covid-19 infection.
· Showerbefore and after the sexual intercourse, and wash your hands and bodythoroughly with soap and water.
· Whenhaving sex, consider using a face mask to decrease the chance of contractingthe COVID-19 virus.
· If you use sex toys, thoroughly clean them with soap and sanitizer before sharing.
· Duringthe Covid-19 pandemic, reduce your overall number of sexual partners.
· Avoidhaving sex or being intimate with your spouse if they are unwell or believethey may have the COVID-19 virus.
· Thinkof ways of sexual arousal that don't involve physical contact, such as dirtytalk or mutual masturbation while physically separated.
· Adopt sexual positions that avoid direct face-to-face contact, such as doggy style.
· Avoidsex parties and other social gatherings. If you want to attend such a party, gofor one arranged in a larger, more open, and well-ventilated.
· Keepa watch out for Covid-19 symptoms before and after coming into contact withindividuals, and get tested for the virus.
Several ways to prevent yourself from sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)and unwanted pregnancies during the Covid-19 pandemic:
You can usethe morning-after pill, commonly known as emergency contraception, to preventundesired pregnancy after unprotected sexual intercourse. Birth control, emergency contraception, STD testing, and other sexual health treatments are available at your local Planned Parenthood centers. During the Covid-19 pandemic, many Planned Parenthood organizations used telemedicine to deliver health care services remotely.
So, it ispossible to have safe sex during the Covid-19 pandemic. It simply necessitatesextensive discussion ahead of time concerning specific topics, such as COVID-19 procedures, current STI status, limits, and so on. During the Covid-19 pandemic, sex can be an excellent source of stress release and mental satisfaction, allowing us to experience pleasure and control.