Do transgender people have to wear a condom?
The same rules about apply to people as to anyone else. Whether you need a condom depends on what kind of sex you're having, not on your .
Condoms protect against and . If the sex you're having involves a risk of either of those, a condom is a good idea. That's true regardless of whether you're trans, cis, or anything else.
Trans people's bodies vary. Some trans people have had surgery, some haven't, and some are on . The type of protection that makes sense depends on the bodies involved and what's happening, not on labels. If you're unsure what protection you need, a can help without judgement.
The same rules about apply to people as to everyone else. Whether you need a condom depends on what kind of sex you are having, not on your .
Condoms protect against and . If the sex you are having involves a risk of either of those things, a condom is a good idea. That is true for everyone.
Trans people's bodies are all different. The right protection depends on the bodies involved and what is happening. If you are not sure, a can help.
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