Anal sex is
stimulation of the anus during sexual activity. It can be performed in
several different ways: manually, orally, or by anal intercourse.
Anal sex can
be the primary form of sexual activity or it can accompany other
types of stimulation. For instance, couples sometimes include manual
stimulation of the anus (either lightly rubbing the rim or inserting
a finger into the anus) during vaginal intercourse. Others use the
tongue or penis in a similar fashion for stimulation and pleasure.
Anal intercourse
often is referred to as the insertion of a man's penis into his partner's rectum. Although
anal sex is often thought of as a strictly homosexual activity, many heterosexual couples engage in it too.
Anal penetration
can be pleasurable, but it can also be a source of physical discomfort.
A person must be very, very relaxed in order for penetration to occur. The muscle on the outside of the rectum, called the anal sphincter,
ordinarily tightens if stimulated, which means that attempts at
insertion of the penis, or even a finger, may be uncomfortable even
if done slowly and gently. If penetration into the anus is forced,
injury is possible, if an injury occurs, stop penetration and wash the affected area. It is helpful to use a lubricant liberally and
to relax and gradually dilate the sphincter by gentle manual stimulation
before attempting penetration.
Some people
empty the rectum with a disposable enema before anal intercourse.
Since the rectum contains bacteria that are capable of causing infection,
anything -- fingers, objects, a penis, the mouth -- that has contact with the
anus should not subsequently be in contact with the vagina or mouth
until it has been thoroughly washed.
Strong
Negative Attitudes
Some people have strong negative attitudes toward anal sex, whether
it takes place between homosexual or heterosexual couples. They
may think of it as being unclean, unnatural, perverted, disgusting,
or simply unappealing. It is sometimes regarded as the ultimate
in depravity and has regularly been condemned by religious and secular
authorities.
Historically,
religious objections originate from the fact that a woman cannot
possibly get pregnant through anal sex, as some religions only approved
of sexual intercourse for the purpose of reproduction.
Anal sex is
subject to legal restrictions in many states, even between married
couples. In general these statutes refer to anal sex acts as "crimes
against nature", going back to the view that heterosexual intercourse,
with its reproductive potential, is the only natural, healthy, non-sinful
way of having sexual relations. These laws are strongly biased toward
the prosecution of homosexuals because penetrative anal sex is far
more common among gay men than it is among heterosexual couples.
It’s important to remember that HIV can be transmitted through anal sex, especially anal intercourse.
In fact, the risk of HIV
transmission is greater than it is in vaginal intercourse
because the lining of the rectum tears more easily than the vagina.
The resulting skin breaks and bleeding increase the possibility
of the transmission of bodily fluids containing the virus that causes AIDS.
For those who
choose to engage in either vaginal or anal penetrative sexual acts,
using latex condoms is the best way to reducing the likelihood of HIV transmission
Condoms are excellent for preventing the transmission of sexually transmitted
diseases, including HIV/AIDS. Condoms MUST be made of
LATEX to prevent STDs! None of this lambskin stuff please! Yes, condoms will make penetration even more difficult so adequate lubrication and relaxation is a vital key.
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