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Can you have anal sex if hemorrhoids?

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

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.

Answered 11/24/2015

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Dr. Scott Grover answered

Specializes in Surgery

Yes: But it may make the hemorrhoids worse.

Answered 11/28/2017

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Carefully: Repeated trauma to the rectum can cause hemorrhoids or make them worse. Solution would be to use plenty of lube and dilation with fingers or similar objects. Can use hemorrhoid steroid cream on finger to apply locally internally. Use condoms to reduce risk of infections.

Answered 4/24/2013

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Sure but: Not recommended as it can be painful and cause significant bleeding and damage to the anal sphincter. The anus is generally an "exit" not an "entrance".

Answered 6/19/2018

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