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Use contraception. When you're on your period, you're at higher risk for STDs and pelvic infections. What's more, you're less likely to get pregnant, sure, but it's not impossible. So if you thought this was your ticket to ride, sorry -- you still gotta stay safe.
1 Your risk of getting HIV or other STDs is reduced if you do not have open sores or cuts in your mouth. 2  You can reduce your risk of getting HIV and other STDs through oral sex if you avoid having your partner ejaculate (cum) in your mouth, and if you use a condom.3  For more, see CDCâs Oral Sex and HIV Risk. Your risk of HIV infection increases if you or your partner also has an STD. 2  You can lower your risk of getting HIV and other STDs by always using a new condom. 3  Oral or hormonal contraceptives (e.g., birth control pills) do not protect women against HIV or other STDs.