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Sex

It is perfectly natural to be thinking about sex when you are coming out.

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Anal Sex

One thing that always seems to be mentioned when people are talking about gay men is that gay men all have anal sex and that is the only way men can have sex. It is true that some gay men have anal sex but not all do and it is entirely up to the individual to work out what sex they like and what sex they want to have.

You may be thinking about having anal sex, you may be worried that it might hurt. Like any sex, anal sex can take a bit of getting used to. You will have to decide what works best for you. Don’t be pressured into doing it if you are unsure, take your time and think about why you want to do it.

The most important thing to remember is to use a condom and lubricant every time you have anal sex. Don’t expect your partner to have condoms with him, always carry your own. You can get condoms and lube free from local GU clinics, local gay men’s health projects and some gay bars.

You may be thinking that everyone is having anal sex and that you won’t be a proper gay man until you have done it, this is not the case. 2 men can do lots of things in bed together, Experiment with yourself and your partner and you will discover many things to enjoy.


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