ADVICESEXUAL
Anal sex has the potential to inflame preexisting haemorrhoids (piles), though research
shows that it does not cause them in the first
place. So long as the piles are not actively
bleeding or painful at the time on intercourse
then it is probably safe to have sex. If they are
bleeding or there is inflammation though this
means that the natural protective barrier
formed by the skin and mucous membranes is
not at its optimum which if exposed to a STI
can make transmission more likely. I would
recommend using Preparation H or
Germoloids to help control pain and
inflammation and to reduce swelling. During
sex it is also important that you use a good
water based lubricant, particularly during acts
of multiple person or high frequency sexual
activity as this will reduce the chance of any
inflammation being caused. They are very
unlikely to burst during normal sexual activity,
even in the case of sex parties, threesomes or
orgies. If creams etc. though do not fix the
underlying problem and I would recommend
as a permanent solution surgical intervention.
This can now be done almost painlessly
by syringing the haemorrhoids and a referral
can be obtained by going to see your GP. There
are also a number of private clinics
undertaking the therapy which do not require
GP referral.
THE SEX CLINIC
I have just found that I have piles...
Great! The problem is I'm the bottom in
our relationship. Is it safe to f**k whilst
I've got these? If I use creams and they
go away, is there a possibility they'll
burst - am I more likely to get an
infection - if say we have a three way or
go to an orgy?
Got a sexual health
question? Visit our
special microsite at
www.sex.thegayuk.com
Jose Perez de la Cruz, BPubHtlth,
Public Health Practitioner
THIS PAGE SHOULD NOT TAKE THE PLACE OF A VISIT TO YOUR
GP, A&E OR A SEXUAL HEALTH CLINIC. INFORMATION
PRINTED HERE IS FOR EXAMPLE ONLY. IF CONCERNED FOR
YOUR HEALTH MAKE AN APPOINTMENT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
100 THEGAYUK | ISSUE 16 | NOV 2015