As a woman who has sex with women (WSW), you may not always identify yourself as a lesbian, or bisexual.
Many WSW had their first sexual experience with a man, have had multiple experiences with men, or still have sex with men. 1

Is HIV a risk for lesbians?

HIV transmission is a risk between women. 2
The risk is lower than sex involving a man because less bodily fluids are exchanged between women.
Access regular sexual health check a ups for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV testing, to minimise the risk of HIV. 3

Safe sex for women who have sex with women

  • Sex is considered safe when none of your partner’s bodily fluids (vaginal secretions, breast milk or blood e.g. menstruation) enter your body.
  • Ensure you partner’s fluids do not enter your vagina, mouth or any cuts you have. 4

Safe fingering

  • Wash your hands before and after sex.
  • Use plenty of lube for fingering or fisting, especially for the anus.
  • Use latex gloves, especially if you have a cut or sore on your hands. 5

Safe oral sex (risk of HIV is minimal)

  • Avoid oral sex if you or your partner has cuts or sores in or around the mouth, or if the receiving partner is menstruating.
  • Use a dental dam, or a condom cut open between the vagina/anus and mouth to prevent STI or HIV transmission. 6

Safe sex toys

  • Wash sex toys before and after use and between partners.
  • Use a new condom every time sex toys are shared. 7
  • Use sex toys carefully to prevent drawing blood.

Know your rights

You have the right to:
  • refuse sex
  • have sex with women
  • practice safer sex.
- See more at: http://www.avert.org/fact-sheet-hiv-women-who-have-sex-women.htm#sthash.t7aXI0pS.dpuf

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