Question 1

is hemorrhoids a result of anal sex?

Accepted Answer

No: Hemorrhoids are the result of abdominal pressure. This occurs with straining, constipation and pregnancy/childbirth. Anal sex may result in trauma and result in other injuries.

Question 2

can you have anal sex if hemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no: Hemorrhoids can be aggravated by anal intercourse, among many other problems associated to the act, including but not limitted to infections, std's, varying degrees of incontinence, bleeding and p[ain. The anus was designed as an exit, not an entrance. Use your best judgement, however i can not condone anal intercourse.

Question 3

does anal sex cause or worsen hemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It will.: Increased pressure in anorectal canal and strain on the supporting connective tissue can make hemorrhoids worse. Also raises risk of fissures and bleed.

Question 4

is it ok to have anal sex with hemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

Depends : It really depends on how bad hemmorids are. If any pain or bleeding then no. If any concerns see a physician to have things assessed.

Question 5

can you get hemorrhoids by having anal sex?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Hemorrhoids are nothing more than varicose veins of the ano-rectal area.  The mechanical forces of penile-anal sex or toys to anal area can contribute to internal and external hemorrhoids.  Bleeding may occur.  Thrombosis (clot) may occur and thus pain.  Make sure you use safe sex practices, use liberal and appropriate lubrication and if concerned see your pcp, ano-rectal specialist or other md.

Question 6

is anal sex a bad idea if you have hemorrhoid?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A hemorrhoid is a swollen vein, usually with a clot in it, in the area of the anus. Having anal sex will irritated the hemorrhoid, cause pain, possibly bleeding and probably delay the healing. If the hemorrhoids are old, chronic and non tender, then anal sex may or may not aggravate them.

Question 7

can you enjoy anal sex if you have hemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

No: I can not condone anal sex. The orefice is an exit not an entrance. Significan t damage can occur to the tissue and to the sphincter mechanism leading to incontinence and a multitude of infections including std's. Use the anus as it was intended: an exit!

Question 8

can anal sex cause hemorrhoids?i have had them for two years now

Accepted Answer

Yes: Any local trauma can cause &amp; worsen hemorrhoids.

Question 9

i was told i had internal anal hemorrhoids (which have been painful).  how long until they heal?  when can i have anal sex with my partner?

Accepted Answer

When no pain / blood: By definition, internal hemorrhoids should not be painful (but may bleed).  External hemorrhoids ARE (generally) painful.  You should be symptom free (no pain or bleeding) ideally before anal sex.

Question 10

i had internal anal hemorrhoids(painful).how long until they completely heal?when can i have anal sex with my partner? there's nearly no pain

Accepted Answer

A few days to weeks: Hemorrhoids can take anywhere from a few days to a couple of weeks to heal, and I'd say once they stop bleeding and cease being painful you can resume anal sex with your partner. If the hemorrhoids become thrombosed (get a blood clot within them) it can take up to 3 months to heal on their own and more intensive treatment may be necessary.

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