Oral sex
Hear this word Oral sex
Also known as: Oral, cunnilingus (vulva), blow job (penis), rimming (anal)
Image description: Illustration of two figures representing sexual partners having oral sex.
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What Is It?
Using the mouth and/or tongue on the genitals or anus of a partner for sexual pleasure.
An Example
Teal and Lee enjoy oral sex and include it as part of their sexual activities together.
What to Know
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- There are safer ways to practice oral sex. People can use external condoms on penises and dental dams on vulvas and the anus.
- Another safer sex practice is getting tested for STIs – the only way to know if a person has an STI or not, since the most common symptom is no symptom.
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