We all choose to have sex in different ways, whether we are gay or straight. You are in complete control over what you do sexually and with whom. All sexually active people need to be aware of AIDS as well as other sexually transmitted diseases. AIDS is incurable, but is preventable. Avoid anal intercourse or other direct anal contact.
Anal intercourse transmits the virus very efficiently.
If you do engage in anal sex, use a condom every time. You should choose latex condoms that are fresh and undamaged. Use a condom only once. I had to reject a lot of negative heterosexual and religious programming that made me feel lousy about myself as a gay person. I began to like myself by meeting other gay people and going to a gay support group.