PReP

[Anonymous]

Is PreP the new wonder drug for the promiscuous to have sex without fear of contracting HIV? My poly boyfriend (Bi) told me (Bi F) this week he’s taking PReP to lessen the chances of contracting HIV and suggested I ask my PCP for a script. Anyone have any insight into PReP?

[Anonymous]

I don't think it's fair to say that it's for the "promiscuous" plenty are in monogamous relationships with someone who is positive and choose to use it to protect themselves.

That being said there is only one PreP that is available for women. If you feel that it will help keep you safer, all the better.

[Anonymous]

Prep is as much a wonder drug as a condom. If you believe that condoms encourage promiscuity I can see why you’d think prep does as well.

I’d suggest that you be less judgmental and just happier that you are actually safer because of it.

[Anonymous]

Yes, PrEP is a wonder drug in preventing anyone engaging in unprotected, non monogamous sex from acquiring HIV. Very little side effects. What else do you need to know?

[Anonymous]

It prevents HIV transmission. But not other STDs.

Yes, PreP is prevalent among gay men which means other STDs have increased.

Speaking as a gay person I'd never trust a self-proclaimed poly bisexual to be honest about his sexual history. If he's telling you to get PreP you may want to consider your future with him.

[Anonymous]

Every unmarried gay man I know is on PReP, irrelevant of level of promiscuity (and I know a range). So I think for a lot of folks, it's just basic health care now.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:It prevents HIV transmission. But not other STDs.

Yes, PreP is prevalent among gay men which means other STDs have increased.

Speaking as a gay person I'd never trust a self-proclaimed poly bisexual to be honest about his sexual history. If he's telling you to get PreP you may want to consider your future with him.

THIS.

Op, your gut is telling you something. Stop being stupid and desperate. Get out of this “relationship.“

[Anonymous]

I’m sorry, what? Telling a bisexual OP who’s part of a polycule that she can’t trust bisexual poly people to not be stereotypes of promiscuous, lying bisexuals? Some people on this forum need to calm down and treat other LGBT people with respect.

OP, yes, PreP is a wonder drug, much in the same way Gardasil has been for cervical cancer; it’s our best shot other than a vaccine for stopping the AIDS epidemic. The PP saying it doesn’t encourage promiscuity any more than condoms do is correct. Most of the gay and bi men I know who are actively dating new people (or in poly circles where someone is) are on it as a prophylactic; being HIV+ or talking about meds to prevent transmission isn’t the dramatic thing it once was, which I know is shocking to anyone who came of age in the 90s or 00s. I remember being stunned by how many Gen Zers are having sex without condoms, but they came of age with Gardasil, PreP/antiretrovirals, and birth control. PreP is a basic, super common healthcare precaution in the world of men sleeping with men; your bf being on it and asking you to get a prescription isn’t a red flag of him having a risky sex life.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’m sorry, what? Telling a bisexual OP who’s part of a polycule that she can’t trust bisexual poly people to not be stereotypes of promiscuous, lying bisexuals? Some people on this forum need to calm down and treat other LGBT people with respect.

OP, yes, PreP is a wonder drug, much in the same way Gardasil has been for cervical cancer; it’s our best shot other than a vaccine for stopping the AIDS epidemic. The PP saying it doesn’t encourage promiscuity any more than condoms do is correct. Most of the gay and bi men I know who are actively dating new people (or in poly circles where someone is) are on it as a prophylactic; being HIV+ or talking about meds to prevent transmission isn’t the dramatic thing it once was, which I know is shocking to anyone who came of age in the 90s or 00s. I remember being stunned by how many Gen Zers are having sex without condoms, but they came of age with Gardasil, PreP/antiretrovirals, and birth control. PreP is a basic, super common healthcare precaution in the world of men sleeping with men; your bf being on it and asking you to get a prescription isn’t a red flag of him having a risky sex life.

OP's boyfriend is having sex with men - multiple men - unprotected. That's why he is on Prep and wants her to take extra protection. It's as simple as that.

PreP isn't the end all be all. It doesn't stop other STDs. And not all gay men are on it, it's actually a pain to take something every day when you're not in a relationship and may not have sex for weeks or months on end, so be cautious around men who claim they're on PreP. Prescriptions run out, people forget to renew it for months.

-- gay man who's realistic about the world of sex, especially for people with multiple sex partners.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’m sorry, what? Telling a bisexual OP who’s part of a polycule that she can’t trust bisexual poly people to not be stereotypes of promiscuous, lying bisexuals? Some people on this forum need to calm down and treat other LGBT people with respect.

OP, yes, PreP is a wonder drug, much in the same way Gardasil has been for cervical cancer; it’s our best shot other than a vaccine for stopping the AIDS epidemic. The PP saying it doesn’t encourage promiscuity any more than condoms do is correct. Most of the gay and bi men I know who are actively dating new people (or in poly circles where someone is) are on it as a prophylactic; being HIV+ or talking about meds to prevent transmission isn’t the dramatic thing it once was, which I know is shocking to anyone who came of age in the 90s or 00s. I remember being stunned by how many Gen Zers are having sex without condoms, but they came of age with Gardasil, PreP/antiretrovirals, and birth control. PreP is a basic, super common healthcare precaution in the world of men sleeping with men; your bf being on it and asking you to get a prescription isn’t a red flag of him having a risky sex life.

I can tell a woman wrote this. Some of you female “allies” are stuck on stupid. Sit down. Listen, me and the men speaking out here are trying to spare OP heartache with a side of syphilis and drug-resistant chlamydia, ok? She’s a real human being, not a talking point in your campaign.

[Anonymous]

Also, once per 2 Months injectable PrEP is now available.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Every unmarried gay man I know is on PReP, irrelevant of level of promiscuity (and I know a range). So I think for a lot of folks, it's just basic health care now.

How hard is it to get? Do you need a prescription and does insurance cover it?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Every unmarried gay man I know is on PReP, irrelevant of level of promiscuity (and I know a range). So I think for a lot of folks, it's just basic health care now.

How hard is it to get? Do you need a prescription and does insurance cover it?

You do need an Rx but insurance is required to cover it.

Was thinking of starting a s/o thread because I think it is basic health care for gay men now and this thread is a little crazy

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Every unmarried gay man I know is on PReP, irrelevant of level of promiscuity (and I know a range). So I think for a lot of folks, it's just basic health care now.

How hard is it to get? Do you need a prescription and does insurance cover it?

You do need an Rx but insurance is required to cover it.

Was thinking of starting a s/o thread because I think it is basic health care for gay men now and this thread is a little crazy

OP is in a bit of a crazy situation.

[Anonymous]

Way too many of the replies here are super catty. I'll just answer your question OP. You are in an open relationship. Both of you have multiple partners of both sexes. Yes you should be on PReP.