Do gay people have more stds

In , 65 percent of new HIV diagnoses were in gay men, bisexual men, or other MSM, per the CDC. Here’s a look at why MSM have a higher risk of contracting HIV, as well as steps to.

Anyone who has sex can get an STI. However, sexually active gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (MSM) are at greater risk. MSM have higher rates of syphilis and make up more than half of all new HIV infections. Most STIs have no signs or symptoms. You or your partner could be positive and not know it.