Chaps! I bid you good day! I hope you are all in good health whilst navigating through this mad, unprecedented time. It’s great to be writing to you again, though I wish it were in better circumstances. As the world starts to open itself up again, I thought I’d bring you this piece, covering what you need to know about coronavirus and sex including how to stay safe and the dos and don’ts.
Your safest sexual partner, is you
Anyone remember that song by Pink “U and ur hand”? Well, she’s spot on with the title. Right now, you and your hand continues to be the safest option if you’re in the mood for a romp.
The New York Health Department avowed that “you are your safest sex partner.” Masturbation will not spread Covid-19, especially if you wash your hands (and any sex toys) with soap and water for at least 20 seconds before and after sex.”
Sex toy sales have soared across the world, with many people finding ways to spice up masturbation sessions in the absence of sex.
Coronavirus, sex and kissing
A study published back in May found that coronavirus may not actually be contracted through sex. The analysis looked at samples of men in China’s semen and found no evidence of the virus in the semen or testes. Whilst the results suggest sex doesn’t spread the disease, the possibility can’t be ruled out altogether, given that the study was relatively small.
Dr James Hotaling, a professor of urology at University of Utah Health summarised “It could be that a man who is critically ill with Covid-19 might have a higher viral load, which could lead to a greater likelihood of infecting the semen. We just don’t have the answer to that right now.”
What we do know is coronavirus can be contracted through kissing and through tiny droplets that can enter through the eyes, affecting the respiratory system.
With this in mind, it’s strongly advised that you avoid sex with those who do not live in the same household as you, unless you’re up for wearing full protective gear whilst you have a bit of fun between the sheets….!! That doesn’t sound like much fun though, let’s be honest.
Don’t ignore possible symptoms of STIs
With Covid-19 remaining a significant priority for the healthcare system here in the UK, you might think that if you’ve got an STI, you shouldn’t seek help and treatment. You would be wrong chaps. STIs are a very legitimate reason to contact your doctor.
There are currently home testing kits being sent to people’s homes and if you are required to go to a clinic or doctor’s surgery, strict measures are in place to protect patients as much as possible.
How I’ve missed writing to you about all things sex! Stay safe out there chaps and see you soon for the next instalment!