HIV is transmitted in infected semen, pre-ejaculate, vaginal secretions, or blood. It can get into the body through contact with the penis, vagina, anus or any open cuts or sores. Most HIV infection occurs during unprotected intercourse . That is anal or vaginal sex without a condom.
Oral sex can transmit the virus but at a much lower rate compared with other sexual acts.
Practising safe sex can prevent HIV infection. Discussing safe sex is often difficult and practising it can at first be even more difficult. Learning how to enjoy one's sexuality with safe sex can be complicated but it is vitally important. Here the infected blood gets directly into the blood stream. Sharing needles used for body piercing or tattooing may also pose a risk.