Inserting a penis, fingers, or a foreign object, such as a vibrator, into the anus to achieve sexual satisfaction is called anal sex. Anal sex can be pretty safe if proper precautions are taken. On the other hand, many potential dangers do not exist with vaginal or oral sex. For example, the anus is not able to moisten naturally to avoid discomfort and friction problems, such as skin lesions. For some men with penile problems who need Cialis pills, anal sex is not advisable. This article examines the potential dangers of anal sex and clarifies some misconceptions about it.
Higher Risk of Bacterial Infection
The cells that produce the lubricant in the vagina are absent in the anus. The saliva of the mouth is also missing. In addition, the lining of the rectum is thinner than that of the vagina. Friction tears in the anus and rectum are more likely to occur when the tissues are not adequately lubricated and are thinner. Although some of these tears are quite small, the skin is still visible.
When feces, which naturally contain bacteria, leave the body through the rectum and anus, bacteria have a chance to enter the skin through these fissures. As a result, you are more likely to develop anal abscesses and deep skin infection that often requires antibiotic treatment. However, if you continue to practice anal intercourse, you should reduce the risk of skin tears and bacterial infection by using a water-based lubricant.
Increased Risk of STIs
Anal intercourse can increase the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), as it can lead to bacterial infections in the methods mentioned above. For example, the risk of transmission of an STI is higher with anal intercourse than with vaginal intercourse because the skin is more likely to be torn during anal intercourse. Chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis, HIV, and herpes are just a few of these.
Because there is no known cure for many STIs, these problems can last longer. Compared to other sexual practices, such as vaginal or oral sex, anal sex is the sexual practice with the highest risk of HIV transmission, according to the CDC. Receptive anal sex also called bottoming, increases the likelihood of HIV infection for the lower partner by 13 times.
Worse Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids are collections of blood vessels in the rectum that can itch, bleed a little, and sometimes hurt. Hemorrhoids can be uncomfortable and painful, but they are relatively treatable and preventable. In some people, anal sex can make pre-existing hemorrhoids worse. However, anal sex is unlikely to cause hemorrhoids if you do not already have them. What happens if you continue to have anal intercourse? It is not always possible to completely avoid hemorrhoid irritation during anal intercourse, but using enough lubricant can help reduce irritation.
Risk of Fistula
The likelihood of a rectal or anal mucosal tear becoming enlarged is very low. In this case, doctors refer to a fissure or significant tear. Occasionally, this tear may be so large that it extends outside the bowel into other areas of the body. Doctors then speak of a fistula. Because feces can pass through the fistula into other body parts, immediate medical attention may be needed. Bacteria can enter other body parts through a fistula and cause illness and damage since feces naturally contain a large amount of bacteria. Surgical intervention is often necessary.
What are the conclusions? For some people, anal sex can be a safe and pleasurable type of sex. You can reduce the dangers by taking precautions and using, for example, water-based lubricants. Discomfort during anal sex should be discussed with the partner to reduce the risk of friction injury. Condoms should also be used to reduce the risk of STD transmission and pregnancy in sexually active persons who are not in a monogamous relationship or who wish to avoid pregnancy.
