Dear Kayla08,

"Too much" sex will not give you a sexually transmitted infection (STI). If you and your partner only have sex with each other, and neither of you currently have an STI, there is no risk of infection no matter how often you have sex. However, birth control is necessary if you want to prevent pregnancy.

Unprotected vaginal and anal intercourse have the highest risk for the most dangerous STIs. If you do have vaginal or anal intercourse, using a latex or female condom reduces the risk of infection. To further reduce the risk of infection during oral sex, use a condom to cover the penis and a Glyde® dam or plastic wrap to cover the vulva or anus.

Very few people have "too much" sex or sex "addiction." People are not considered addicted to sex unless having sex interferes with their daily activities, such as keeping appointments or getting to school or to work.

Hope this information helps!

Take care,

teenwire.com^® Editors

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