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Is anal sex safe?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Nope: I have seen an increase in anal cancers from hpv in the gay community, so i would say this is not safe. Also, high freq of anal fissures and tears as well.
Answered 3/24/2015
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It can be: Based on the 3 orifices in the human body, there are 3 types of sex possible: oral sex, vaginal sex and anal sex. Each of these sex types can be normal if it is consensual between partners and pleasurable, not forced. Each sex type increases risk of STD's unless condoms or other barrier method is used. Get HPV vaccine to reduce risk of getting throat, cervical and/or anal cancer.
Answered 8/7/2016
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