So the short answer is, the worst thing that can happen is you can get an STI if you don't know your partner's STI status. (You are likely fine with unprotected oral if you are with a monogamous partner and have both been tested. But it's important to get tested regularly.)
So the short answer is, the worst thing that can happen is you can get an STI if you don't know your partner's STI status. (You are likely fine with unprotected oral if you are with a monogamous partner and have both been tested. But it's important to get tested regularly.)
An abnormal Pap, or an HPV diagnosis, does not mean you have to cut yourself off from sex completely. That wouldnt be realistic, would it? Whats important is that you continue to use protection during sex, and that you understand these facts and myths about abnormal Pap smears and HPV in general.