Darren, Age 32
Me and my ex-girlfriend had an explosive argument and did not speak for six weeks. She called me one day and ordered me to come get some things I left behind. When I got to her place, I grabbed her and went to work. When we finished, she asked why I did not use anything. I was scared because we had not seen each other for a long time and I had no idea what she had been doing. I ended up getting tested for my job, and thank God, I’m negative. Now I always strap up.
Dr. Wyatt suggests: This dynamic happens even in marriages. People break up, get horny and then go back to their ex for a “touch-up” because that’s the sex partner they know. Then they head out into the world and do whatever with whomever. But whether you are “sex buddies,” “friends with benefits” or cheating, having sex with more than one person dramatically increases your risk of becoming infected. If you go back to your ex to have sex, be sure to ask whether he or she has had other partners. If there is any chance that either of you has slept with other people, use condoms conscientiously and get tested regularly.
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