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Can you enjoy anal sex if you have hemorrhoids?

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

No: I can not condone anal sex. The orefice is an exit not an entrance. Significan t damage can occur to the tissue and to the sphincter mechanism leading to incontinence and a multitude of infections including std's. Use the anus as it was intended: an exit!

Answered 11/14/2019

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Yes: As long as you do not have increased pain or bleeding with anal intercourse.

Answered 12/11/2012

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