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Before You Perform Gay Anilingus

By Ramon Johnson, About.com

Rimming or anilingus is a popular gay sex act, but the anus carries bacteria and many other parasites. So, no matter how clean your partner looks, use a barrier like a dental dam or cut and stretch a condom over the anus to avoid contact with your mouth or tongue.

Avoiding direct contact with the anus or anal fluids can help prevent the transmission of possible STD's like genital warts or HIV.
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