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What is a good position to do rectal work on yourself? in supposed to use a small dilator/finger to stretch anal sphincter muscles but can't reach.

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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In person: This is something you need to contact those overseeing your care for. I am sorry.

Answered 7/30/2018

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A member asked:

What is a good position to do rectal work on yourself? in supposed to use a small dilator/finger to stretch anal sphincter muscles but can't reach.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Killian answered

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