Sex With Emily

The Truth About STIs w/ Dr. Ina Park

Jan 28, 2025
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Ina Park
Join Dr. Ina Park, author of 'Strange Bedfellows' and a dedicated advocate for STI awareness, as she breaks down myths surrounding sexually transmitted infections. She shares invaluable tips on disclosing an STI without sacrificing your sex life and explains how personal grooming can inadvertently raise STI risks. Ina also emphasizes the commonality of HPV, offering insights on its manageable nature, while discussing how to navigate intimacy safely. It's a refreshing conversation aimed at destigmatizing STIs and fostering open dialogues about sexual health.
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ADVICE

HPV and Barriers

  • If HPV-positive with pre-cancer, use barrier methods with a steady partner.
  • This helps the body clear the infection more efficiently.
INSIGHT

HPV and Cancer

  • Persistent HPV infections, especially types 16 and 18, can develop into pre-cancers.
  • If left untreated, these pre-cancers can progress to cancer.
ADVICE

STI Risks and Oral Sex

  • Oral sex carries STI risks for infections like syphilis, gonorrhea, and herpes.
  • It is only considered "safer sex" regarding HIV transmission.
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