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Gut infections

Description

Gut infections are caused by bacteria (such as amoebiasis, Shigellosis, giardiasis and salmonellosis).

Transmission

Gut infections can be passed on sexually or otherwise through food and water. Transmission can occur when small amounts of infected shit get into the mouth from fingers, rimming, fucking, scat, or handling used dildos.

Signs and Symptoms

Symptoms can include diarrhoea, stomach cramps, farting, nausea and fever. These can show up within several hours of exposure.

Treatment

Anti-diarrhoea treatments are often enough to treat gut infections but antibiotics can also be used. Fluid intake needs to be carefully monitored as dehydration can easily occur.

If You’re HIV Positive

Some gut infections can be particularly severe for HIV positive people particularly if they are immuno-suppressed. Nausea and vomiting may also lead to problems with compliance with antiretroviral medication.

Prevention

To avoid gut infections, use gloves for arse play and place a dam over the arse for rimming. Wash your hands after handling used condoms, toys or after having sex involving arse play.

This page last updated 23 July 2008