Although you can catch STDs from oral sex, they are most commonly transmitted through sexual intercourse. There are many different STDs: HIV, gonorrhea, syphilis, and herpes are but a few. Complications of STDs include discomfort, pain, itching, puss, sterility, and death. Unfortunately, most STDs have few symptoms until the advanced stages. You cannot be aware of your condition until you get tested.

If you are going to engage in sexual activity, use protection. Condoms don't guarantee you'll be safe, but they are 100% better than nothing.

Discuss sexual activity with your partner before having sex. Know your partner's limits and insure he or she knows what you are comfortable with. You should know what kind of past relationships the person has had. Trust is important; if you can't trust him or her, you shouldn't get sexually involved.

If either of you have had partners before, trust is not enough. Both of you should get tested for STDs. Many STDs have no symptoms until the advanced stages; you may be infected and not realize it. If he or she won't get tested, ditch him (or her). It's stupid to risk your life over sex. Sex is not an excuse to play it risky; sex is reason to be extra careful.