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I enjoy anal play. can i still engage in anal play with an external hemorrhoid? i get relief from the internal ones using a small butt plug.

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Dr. Rafael Lugo answered

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External: An external hemorrhoid should not be an issue

Answered 6/22/2018

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A member asked:

I enjoy anal play. can i still engage in anal play with an external hemorrhoid? i get relief from the internal ones using a small butt plug.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rafael Lugo answered

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