Heterosexual Anal and Oral Sex in Adolescents and Adults in the United States, 2011-2015.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Heterosexual anal and oral sex are related to the acquisition and transmission of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). As common reportable STDs (chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis) in the United States are increasing, it is important to understand recent oral and anal sexual behaviors.

Methods

We examined the prevalence and correlates of heterosexual anal and oral sex, associated condom use, and having multiple partners among men and women aged 15 to 44 years.

Results

Approximately one third of women and men had ever engaged in anal sex, including 11% of adolescents (15-19 years). Most women and men had ever received or given oral sex (at >75%). Six percent and 7% of women and men, respectively, used a condom at last oral sex compared with 20% and 30% who

SUBMITTER: Habel MA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6753934 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature