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Padraic and Bethany - May 1st, 2008Hello. For our final column of the semester we’re hitting you up with one composed of questions requiring short answers. Take it away:
“Can giving oral sex cause throat cancer?”
Studies have found that oral transmission of HPV is a strong risk factor for mouth and throat cancer, but the exact details and risks aren’t known as of yet.
“Is it true anal sex is really bad for you?”
While anal sex is considered higher risk, if you’re safe (use a condom properly, use lubricant, go slow) it’s most likely not bad for you.
“How often can you play ‘just the tip’ without being a slut?”
We could’ve sworn “just the tip” was just a bad line from high school. How old are you?
“Is it true that if you don’t use it you lose it?”
For the last time, yes, and please stop asking us this. It stopped being funny in 2007.
“Is there a sex addicts support group? Kinda like AA?”
Yes, but they might be religiously motivated, so if that’s not what you’re looking for, do some research ahead of time.
“What makes Durex safer than Trojan?”
Both Durex and Trojan pass regulations, but Durex has been more widely used and tested internationally, and we like international approval. If it’s good enough for the lads in Trainspotting, it’s good enough for us.
“Is it really illegal to have sex under the age of 16?”
Yes, but if you’re both underage chances of being prosecuted are pretty slim.
“Can Catholics use birth control?”
According to church doctrine, no. This is why Irish families are huge. For instance, Paddy is one of 86 children.
“Can I orgasm when I’m drunk?”
You can, but since alcohol constricts blood vessels, it’s more difficult. You’re also likely to forget in the morning and wonder why you’re so chaffed.
“Where is an illegal place to have sex?”
Anywhere in public; for example, a bus stop, the cemetery or Cline Library (unless you reserve a room).
“What is a ‘Dirty Sanchez?’”
We need to screen these better. Next question.
“Can you get an STI in your throat from giving oral sex (it was in an episode of ER)?”
While we commend you for questioning the reliability of the facts presented on ER, yes, you can get an STI in your throat that way.
“I’m a second-floor RA and I’m a virgin. Is sex fun?”
Only if you live on the third floor. Better luck next year.
That’s all for this semester, but keep sending us questions at thenakedtruth@jackcentral.com. In the meantime Bethany is spending her summer strategically reprogramming the traffic lights, so drive slow. And Paddy has a mental breakdown planned for June, so if you see him screaming at the grocery store, be sure to say “hi.”