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Rectal Douching and STIs

The association between rectal douching and the risk of HIV and other STIs among men who have sex with men.

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Jan 20, 2026

What are the documented risks of frequent rectal douching for STI transmission and rectal mucosa integrity?

Systematic reviews and multiple cohort studies report that rectal douching is associated with higher odds of HIV and other STIs among men who have sex with men (MSM), with pooled odds ratios for HIV a...

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