One out of every four women is engaged in anal sex yet it is misunderstood and many women are reluctant to experiment with anal sex. The anus is the moist, sensitive area of the woman. It contains a vast supply of nerves and thus stroking and messaging can be intensely pleasurable. It means that the undersides of a woman, her inner thighs, and the outer lips of the labia are areas that bring pleasure on giving stimulation to it.

The stimulation of the anus during sexual activity is anal sex that can be performed manually, orally or by anal intercourse. For manual stimulation of the anus the finger is inserted into the anus during vaginal intercourse. Some use the tongue in a similar manner for oral stimulation.

When a man inserts his penis into the partner’s rectum it is anal intercourse. Anal penetration is pleasurable but some couples find some kind of pain during such an intercourse. It is because you are not performing correctly. The anus does not produce its own natural lubrication, so lot of water-based lubricants should be used

Risk associated with anal sex

• There are more chances of HIV transmission through anal sex, especially anal intercourse. The risk is greater than vaginal intercourse as the rectum tears more easily than the vagina. All those who perform anal intercourse should use latex condoms as they are the best option to reduce the risk if HIV transmission.

• There are chances of HPV (Human papilloma virus) to be transmitted during anal intercourse which can lead to anal warts which can further affect the infected individuals to cancer of the anal canal.

• Hepatitis A can be transmitted by oral anal contact that can cause jaundice and abdominal pain.

• Hepatitis C can also be transmitted by anal intercourse that can lead to fatal chronic liver disease.

Therefore it is necessary to use condoms while having anal intercourse. The same condom should not be used for anal and vaginal penetration as bacteria living in the anus can cause serious infections if passed to the vagina. As such it is important to be very careful.

Women can be hurt during anal intercourse therefore the men should be careful during the performance. If the penetration is forced into the anus it can cause injury. It is always good to use lot of lubrication and go for manual stimulation before anal intercourse. If women have internal pain or see blood, then they need to see their health care provider although it does not happen often.