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Can anal sex cause constipation?

4 doctors weighed in across 4 answers

Yes: A bowel movement is a well coordinated muscular event.Retrograde (anal) penetration can have significant impact on that event. Please use barrier potection(condom) if male/female.

Answered 2/10/2021

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Possibly: If damage to the sphincter occurred, control of gas and or stool can be a problem. Best to avoid anal sex. The anus was designed as an exit, not an entrance.

Answered 6/5/2018

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

No: No, it can't.

Answered 9/21/2015

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No: Constipation has nothing to do with anal sex or sex in general. Drink a lot of fluids, increase fiber in the diet and stay active physically.

Answered 7/18/2013

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