Does the pill protect against STIs?
No. The birth control pill, like most of the other contraceptive methods, prevents unplanned pregnancies but does not protect against STI. A sexually active person should always use a condom during sexual contact (vaginal intercourse, oral sex and anal intercourse) to reduce the chances of getting an STI. A truly monogamous relationship between two uninfected partners (in which you only have sex with each other and no one else) can prevent STIs. But remember, some STIs show no symptoms. Have a complete sexual health check-up, including getting tested for STIs, before discontinuing condom use with your monogamous partner.
No. The birth control pill, like most of the other contraceptive methods, prevents unplanned pregnancies but does not protect against STIs. Abstinence, the male and female condoms and in some cases spermicide are the only methods capable of protecting against STIs and pregnancy. A sexually active person should always use a condom in order to reduce the risk of unplanned pregnancy and to protect oneself against STIs.
