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Anorectal dysfunctions

The potential for anal sex to cause anorectal dysfunctions, including fecal incontinence and anodyspareunia

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Jan 20, 2026

What longitudinal studies exist on anorectal function after years of frequent receptive anal intercourse?

There are surprisingly few true longitudinal studies that track anorectal structure and function over years of frequent receptive anal intercourse (RAI); the literature is dominated by cross‑sectional...

Jan 20, 2026

What does clinical research say about long-term effects of frequent receptive anal intercourse on continence?

Clinical research shows a consistent signal: frequent receptive anal intercourse (RAI) is associated with higher prevalence of fecal incontinence (FI) and measurable changes in anorectal function in m...