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Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional, and it is always best to talk with your primary care provider if you are concerned about your health. To make an appointment with your primary care provider at UHS, call (585) 275-2662.

Submission: IÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½™m a male and tired of manual masturbation. Can you suggest good and affordable lube and sex toys for men/people assigned male at birth?

Thank you for your question! The Health Promotion Office provides lube (and other safer sex supplies) for FREE at these locations:

1. University Health Services ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½“ Wellness on Demand vending machine (University Health Services entry), 1^st Floor Waiting Room, 4^th Floor Health Promotion Office
2. Wilson Commons ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½“ Campus Information Center
3. Douglass Commons ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½“ Burgett Intercultural Center
4. Goergen Athletic Center ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½“ Locker rooms
5. Delivered directly to your campus mailbox by ordering via Safe Sex Express here
6. Lube can also be purchased at CVS, Wegmans, Walmart, and Amazon.

There are thousands of different sex toys on the market with different functions and features. Here are a few to explore:

1. Sleeves ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½“ soft tubes that the penis is inserted into. Sleeves can have a variety of shapes, sizes, and textures to provide a variety of sensations. Some also have vibrating and suctioning features.
2. Pumps ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½“ devices that create suction around the penis, clitoris, vulva, or nipples. This drives blood flow to the area, increasing sensation and sensitivity.
3. Vibrators ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½“ objects that vibrate or buzz to stimulate the genitals. Vibes come in all shapes and sizes and can be used on external genitals or inserted in the vagina or anus.
4. Dildos ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½“ object that is inserted into the vagina, anus, or mouth. Some dildos are designed to look like a penis, while others are more abstract. Dildos are made in a variety of shapes, sizes, and materials. Curved dildos can stimulate the prostate in people assigned male at birth and the g-spot in people assigned female at birth.

Depending on the sex toy youÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½™re looking for, you may be able to purchase one in a store or order online. Here are a few places to start:

1. SpencerÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½™s ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½“ locations at the Greece Ridge Mall and Eastview Mall
2. Show World ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½“ locations in Greece and Henrietta
3. MedusaÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½™s Adult Boutique ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½“ 226 Monroe Ave, Rochester NY 14607
4. Some toys can be found at stores like Walmart and Target
5. Amazon

A few more things to keep in mind when experimenting with sex toys:

1. Read the care instructions that come with the toy to determine the best way to clean and store your toy. Generally, mild soap and warm water is a good way to clean most, but not all, toys.
2. Review toy directions for information on how to safely use the toy. Some toys, like pumps, should only be used for a short period of time.
3. Silicone-based lubricants can react with silicone toys and cause them to break down. Water-based lubricants are the best to use with toys.
4. If youÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½™re inserting a sex toy into your anus, make sure it has a flared base to keep it from going all the way in.
5. If youÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½™re sharing a sex toy with your partner, using condoms on the toy can help protect you both from STIs.

If you have more questions about sex toys, masturbation, or your sexual health, make an appointment at UHS by calling 585-275-2662 or scheduling online via UHSConnect.

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