Description
Gut infections are caused by bacteria (such as amoebiasis, Shigellosis, giardiasis and salmonellosis).
Transmission
Gut infections can be passed on sexually or otherwise through food and water. Transmission can occur when small amounts of infected shit get into the mouth from fingers, rimming or fucking, scat, or handling used dildos.
Signs and Symptoms
Symptoms can include diarrhoea, stomach cramps, farting, nausea and fever. These can show up within several hours of exposure.
Treatment
Anti-diarrhoea treatments are often enough to treat gut infections, but antibiotics can also be used. Fluid intake needs to be carefully monitored as dehydration can easily occur.
If You’re HIV Positive
Some gut infections can be particularly severe for HIV positive people particularly if they are immunosupressed. Nausea and vomiting may also lead to problems with compliance with antiretroviral medications.
Prevention
To avoid gut infections, use gloves for arse play and place a dam over the arse for rimming. Wash your hands after handling used condoms, toys or after sex involving arse play.
