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How risky is it to have anal sex then switch to vaginal sex without cleaning off 1st?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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BAD IDEA: The bacteria in the rectum is the wrong bacteria to have in the vagina. This is a great way to get an infection.

Answered 12/10/2013

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A member asked:

How risky is it to have anal sex then switch to vaginal sex without cleaning off 1st?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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