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Risky sexual behavior

Examples of risky sexual behavior include:

  • Unprotected intercourse (intercourse without barrier contraceptives, such as condoms).
  • Unprotected mouth-to-genital contact.
  • Early sexual activity (before age 18).
  • Multiple sex partners.
  • High-risk partner (partner who has multiple sex partners or uses IV drugs).
  • Prostitution.
Author Jan Nissl, RN, BS
Editor Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA
Associate Editor Tracy Landauer
Primary Medical Reviewer Kathleen Romito, MD
- Family Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer Kirtly Jones, MD
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
Last Updated July 11, 2007

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Last Updated: July 11, 2007
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