Nurse_Nettie

Hi, @caldude27 you can send me any questions via https://playsafe.health.nsw.gov.au/nurse-nettie/ and it will come through to my inbox that way 🙂

Hi @caldude27, It’s unlikely you’ll get anything from what you’re describing. The fact that you’ve washed your hands with soap is the most important factor in the context. Feel free to email Nurse Nettie privately for future private concerns.

Hi @worried-dude, sorry it’s taken so long for me to respond to you! This is really common question people ask me! First of all STIs transmitted through fingering might be risky if there’s mutual masturbation & lots of precum, ejaculate or vaginal secretions that’s exchanged between partners. Often these body fluids are used as lubricant & if sha…[Read more]

@fiona6666 Hey Fiona, I appreciate your need for in depth information. Why don’t you email me directly with your questions so I can reply to you personally? Thanks.

HI Fiona666 – I didn’t use a specific article to source this info – I am telling you from all my years of knowledge as a sexual health nurse.
If you want more specific info please call SHIL 1800 451 624.

Thanks
NN

HI Fiona666 – I didn’t use a specific article to source this info – I am telling you from all my years of knowledge as a sexual health nurse.
If you want more specific info please call SHIL 1800 451 624.

Thanks
NN

@fiona6666, yes you’re correct, HIV would not survive outside the body with or without latex/plastic and will die off very very quickly.

Hi @Apopa,
Thanks for your question. Penis growth happens during puberty. But the changes happen slowly and over a period of time. It’s not a single event and each male is different. The first puberty change is the enlargement of the testicles and scrotum. Penis enlargement begins about one year after the testicles start enlarging. The penis will…[Read more]

Hi @Apopa,
Thanks for your question. Penis growth happens during puberty. But the changes happen slowly and over a period of time. It’s not a single event and each male is different. The first puberty change is the enlargement of the testicles and scrotum. Penis enlargement begins about one year after the testicles start enlarging. The penis will…[Read more]

@fiona6666 great question! To put it simply, HIV as an infection is harder to catch generally. Even during insertive anal or vaginal sex there has to be a lot of the virus present in a large amount of precum, ejaculate or vaginal secretions. HIV also doesn’t like living on dry or “keratinised” skin, so it’s incredibly difficult for it to be…[Read more]

@fiona6666 great question! To put it simply, HIV as an infection is harder to catch generally. Even during insertive anal or vaginal sex there has to be a lot of the virus present in a large amount of precum, ejaculate or vaginal secretions. HIV also doesn’t like living on dry or “keratinised” skin, so it’s incredibly difficult for it to be…[Read more]

@curious thanks for your question! Again, there is no risk here, as even if you bite your nails and fingers regularly the body is incredibly fast at healing small cuts such as these.

A lot of research suggest that the average length of an erect penis is between 5.1 Inches and 5.5 inches.
When it comes to sex, penis size really doesn’t matter. It doesn’t affect desirability, function or health. Size only matters as much as you let it. Worrying about size can drain confidence and affect your ability to enjoy sex. Furthermore,…[Read more]

A lot of research suggest that the average length of an erect penis is between 5.1 Inches and 5.5 inches.
When it comes to sex, penis size really doesn’t matter. It doesn’t affect desirability, function or health. Size only matters as much as you let it. Worrying about size can drain confidence and affect your ability to enjoy sex. Furthermore,…[Read more]

Hi m4444444,

Thanks for your question. Everyone responds differently to physical stimulation, and masturbation is no exception. Whilst some people may find that stopping masturbation just before climaxing (or cumming) makes sex shorter, it can just as easily make sex last longer for other people. It’s important to remember that there is no r…[Read more]

Hi and thanks for your question @annab88. I get this one a lot. Given that the time of ovulation can be difficult to pinpoint even with regular cycles and you had some condomless sex, the plan B is recommended. You can always give us a call for more personal question next time;)

Hi @Frankie, thanks for your question! Syphilis testing is a little tricky to explain in writing. It’ll be great if you could call the NSW Sexual Health Infolink on 1800 451 624 to discuss your concerns. I’ve received your questions via Nurse Nettie email and will answer to you that way.

Hi @Frankie, thanks for your question! Syphilis testing is a little tricky to explain, as it can be complicated and depends a lot on a person’s individual health history. If you want more specific info about syphilis testing you can call 1800 451 624 between 9am-5.30pm Monday to Friday to talk with a sexual health nurse (like me). It’s c…[Read more]

Thanks for your question @Frankie. I can see that you emailed me your question too. I’ve replied to your email with some information, so please check your inbox. If you want more info you can call 1800 451 624 between 9am-5.30pm Monday to Friday to talk with a sexual health nurse (like me). It’s confidential & free if you call from a landline.

Hi @electric-memes and thanks for your honesty in sharing your thoughts about what you desire intimately & sexually.
You would make a good person for someone to have sex with because…
1. It sounds like you know what you like & dont like and are willing to talk about that.
2. You’re planning to take your time to get to know someone & develop…[Read more]