Help please! is anal sex bad for health?

Maybe!: Depends on whether stds are present in either partner. A condom should always be worn by the male! if no stds, then an appropriate lubricant is necessary. Anal fissure and other types of trauma can occur.

Anal Receptive Sex: carries a # of risks. Trauma can lead to rectal prolapse, anal fissure, tearing of tissues, ^ hemorrhoid sxs & Anodyspareunia (pain). Unprotected anal receptive sex has ^ risk for transmission of infections due to rectal microorganisms as well STD's due to tearing of delicate tissues. Anilingus (oral – anal sex) is also associated w potential transmission of infections.