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Medical consensus in mainstream reporting is that anal sex alone is unlikely to create new hemorrhoids in people who don’t already have predisposition factors, but it can irritate, exacerbate or make ...
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What are common injuries from anal sex and how are they treated by physicians?
Anal sex can cause a spectrum of anorectal injuries ranging from minor mucosal tears and fissures to uncommon but serious sphincter disruptions or rectal perforation; most cases are managed conservati...
Jan 10, 2026
What medical advice exists for safe anal sex practices?
Clear, consistent medical advice on safer anal sex centers on preparation, barrier protection, lubrication, communication, testing and medical backup: use condoms or internal condoms and dental dams, ...
Jan 10, 2026
How to prevent tears or infections from anal play?
Preventing tears and infections from anal play centers on three practical pillars: reduce friction, avoid cross-contamination, and respect pain as a warning sign. Core measures are abundant lubricatio...
Jan 8, 2026
How do health risks and STI concerns affect choices about swallowing semen?
Deciding whether to swallow semen involves weighing generally low but real risks of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), rare allergic reactions, and negligible nutritional benefit, with practical ...
Dec 16, 2025
What symptoms distinguish early-stage anal cancer from hemorrhoids?
Early anal cancer and hemorrhoids share key symptoms—bleeding, itching, lumps and pain—so distinguishing them by symptoms alone is unreliable; many sources say anal cancer often causes persistent or s...