What are the risks of having anal sex?

Many!: For men, prostatitis, epididymitis. For women, anal fissures or tears. Men should always wear a condom and use lubrication. Many stds are more readily transmitted through anal sex!

Anal tears & STDs: Minimal risk of uti, urethritis or epididymitis especially if u urinate after sex. Risk of tearing anal skin , more so with forceful insertion & lack of lubricant. Transmission of stds is much > than with vaginal sex, especially hiv, because of exposed & torn blood capillaries. Always use water soluble lubricant. Condom use is strongly recommended unless in la ong-standing monogamous relationship.

HIV, trauma: This is the most efficient way of transmitting HIV if unprotected, and if you contract syphilis, you won't see the primary lesion. Damage to the sphincter can produce fecal incontinence; you may be given exercises or offered surgery to control this. Be sure that if you choose this, it's something that you want to do -- no one should make a decision like this for you.

Many!: Serious prostate infections for a male not using a condom. Serious infection of STDs in both partners if a condom is not used. Damage to the anal sphincter. Hemorrhoids. But it can be enjoyed by many if properly done. Any pain in the recipient should bring a halt to this form of sex!