Ultimate Guide to Anal Sex

From time immemorial, one of the things that have been associated with the natural acts of humans is sex. And talking of sex, human beings have been able to come up with different kinds of sexual styles. One of the most interesting of these sexual styles is none other than anal sex. In this ultimate guide that you will find quite detailed, the focus is going to be on anal sex.

What is Anal Sex?

Also referred to as anal intercourse, anal sex is the process by which there is the insertion and thrusting of an erect penis into the anus of another person for the sake of sexual pleasure. The same definition when the penetration is into both the anus and the rectum of the other person. Anal sex can also come in other forms apart from penile penetration. In other cases, anal sex can be done with the penetration using fingers, specially-designed sex toys or even with the mouth. By the way, oral sex done on the anus is termed anilingus (as against cunnilingus in which oral sex is performed on a vagina).

Anilingus is the stimulating of the anus by making use of the mouth, tongue, teeth or lips. It is also known as anal-oral sex but on the streets, it is referred to by slangs such as rim job, rimming or tossing the salad. There is no limit to the sexual orientation that can engage in anilingus. There is another form or version of anal sex that is known as pegging. In this type, the penetration of the anus is actually done by the woman. The female is able to do this by using a dildo that she straps around her waist. In some cases, the lady fondles his penis and testicles as she does the penetration.

Types of Anal Sex

There are different variations of anal sex and they are as follows:

Male-to-Female

Just as the name implies, in this variation, it is the man who is penetrating the female from her anus. Because the anal muscles are normally stronger than those in the vagina, men often find it pleasurable to penetrate women from the anus. Another reason men love anal sex with females is that it gives them the opportunity to dominate the lady. Even though some ladies do not like anal sex because of the pain and discomfort that it brings to them, there are other females who actually enjoy it.

Some couples decide to go for anal sex if the lady is still bleeding due to her menses. Even though the man is penetrating her anus, it is still possible for the lady to get pregnant if the semen drips into the vagina. But this is very uncommon and it is so uncommon that many heterosexual couples actually adopt anal sex as a way to prevent pregnancy in unprotected sex.

But that is not all about male-female anal sex. In cultures where the loss of virginity via vaginal penetration is highly condemned, some ladies can take to anal sex so as to keep their virginity intact.

Male-to-Male

Over time, humans have linked anal sex with male homosexuals. But it has to be stressed here that quite a substantial number of gay men and men who have sex with other men as a whole actually do not participate in anal sex. In male-to-male anal sex, it is common to call the penetrating partner the ‘top’ and the recipient termed ‘bottom’. For male homosexuals who engage in anal sex, they can see it as conventional the same way heterosexual couples view vaginal sex as normal.

Female-to-Male

In this variant of anal sex, one woman does the sexual stimulation of the man’s anus. This can be done using her fingers or sex toys like the strap-on dildo with which she penetrates the man. This form of sexual method is called pegging. Well, many heterosexual men do not find this style interesting because it puts the woman in a dominant position.

Female-to-Female

This type of anal sex is seen among lesbians mainly. It can be done with the use of fingers, various sex toys or with the use of the mouth. In a case where one woman stimulates the anus of another woman using her mouth, it is called anilingus or anal-oral sex.

How is Anal Sex Done?

For those who may be wondering how pleasurable anal sex is, people actually derive pleasure via the stimulation of the nerve endings around the anus and this can even lead to orgasms too. In men, this is possible via the stimulation of the prostate gland and the same thing can occur in females through the stimulation of the clitoris or the G-spot or any of the other nerve endings in the area.

Apart from the regular penile penetration of the anus, anal sex can also be done with the use of sex toys like anal beads, anal beads or dildos. Other ways by which anal sex can be carried out is via the use of fingers or even the mouth or in extreme sex, the fists can be used even if fisting (that is what the technique is called) is quite seldom. As it is with other sexual techniques, several sexual positions can also be applied to anal sex too.

In a situation where the recipient is a male, he can reach climax with the sensation that is produced from the penis or sex toy stimulating his prostate gland indirectly via the anal mucosa. If done well, this style can lead to orgasms every single time. The thing with orgasms emanating from stimulation of the prostate gland is that it has been described by men to be stronger, more durable and far more intense than the orgasm that results from penile penetration and stimulation alone. The prostate gland is situated close to the rectum but it must also be said that it is possible for a male recipient during an anal sex session not to climax – it all depends.

However, the scenario is somewhat different if the recipient of the anal sex is a female. Even though the anal region is full of nerves but they are not particularly designed for orgasms (unlike the nerve endings in the clitoris). This explains why it is very uncommon to actually see a woman get to orgasm by anal sex alone. If you want the woman to achieve orgasm during anal sex, then it is important that the clitoris is stimulated by the other partner (via fingers, vibrators or other toys) at the same time. That way, she can easily achieve orgasm as she is being thrust from the rear.

Health Risks of Anal Sex

Well, even though anal sex is very pleasurable for those who enjoy it, it is a type of sex that has its own inherent health risks. These risks are outlined below:

• Just like other sex types, there is also the risk of contracting sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). However, the risks are much higher with anal sex and this is because of the anatomy of the human body. The epithelial linings of the anus and rectum are much thinner when compared with the vagina. Because these epithelial linings are much thinner, they break easily thus allowing for the quick transmission of diseases.
• The chance to contract a disease via anal sex is even greater if specialized lubricants are not used. It is considered to be extremely risky to engage in anal sex without using a condom or other protective medium. Apart from the thin nature of the mucous membranes lining the anus, there is another reason why the style can be potentially risky. This is because the anus and the area around it naturally have a lot of microorganisms and because of the higher concentrations of these microorganisms, they can quickly become pathogenic if there is a breakage in the area.
• Some people actually find anal sex to be very painful and it can really mess up with their psychological profiles. In other words, not everyone finds anal sex enjoyable. There are those who love anal sex as their preferred manner of making love and there are others who totally detest it because they feel a lot of pain, even with the use of lubricants. This is an interesting point because anal sex is depicted in pornography to look as if it is never painful even without making use of specialized lubricants.
• Another reason why many females tend to feel pain during anal sex is that unlike the vagina, the anus does not produce its own lubricant – a lady cannot get ‘wet’ via the anus. If you want to engage in anal sex with your woman, it is important that both partners take time to talk about it then proceed gradually if both sides agree.

Tips on How to Make Anal Sex Safe

If someone engages in unprotected receptive anal sex with someone who has the HIV-positive sex, then you are highly likely to also become infected. The same thing goes for several other bacterial and viral infections. Even though it was hinted in the sections above that there are health risks with anal sex, the good news is that it is not all gloom. With safe sex practices as outlined by the World Health Organization (WHO), any adult can enjoy anal sex without any fear or worry. The following are health tips that can make anal sex very safe:

• Condoms: Using condoms can greatly reduce the risk of transmitting infections. However, because of the greater level of friction with the anal sphincters, it is important to use copious amounts of lubricants so as to ensure that the condom does not end up breaking during the process. If you also want to switch straight from anal to vaginal sex, do not use the same condom, use a new condom. This ensures that you do not end up transferring bacteria and other microorganisms from the anus to the vagina.
• Pain and Discomfort: If the other party is experiencing pain or any kind of discomfort, the session should be stopped.
• Make use of a water-based lubricant so that tears from thrusting can be reduced to the barest minimum.
• Do not rush so as to minimize injury, tears and even pain to yourself. Go gradually and make it as comfortable as possible for both parties.

Interesting Things about Anal Sex

• Even though anal sex is often linked with male homosexuals, it is quite interesting to know that many gay males actually do not practice anal sex.
• Many heterosexual couples engage in anal sex so it is not an exclusive practice of the gay community.
• Lesbians also engage in anal sex, there are toys specially designed to assist with this.
• The way people look at anal sex all over the world is quite interesting. There are some cultures that are totally okay with this form of sex while some others forbid it totally. In fact, there are some countries that have laws against anal sex. Conservative societies are often against anal sex by using religious arguments or cultural arguments that anal sex does not lead to procreation. But the scientific community does not see anything bad about it as long as the safe sex practices are adhered to.
• Even though there are still societies that frown heavily upon anal sex, the fact is that it has been with humans since the beginning of time. There are several prehistoric works of art that clearly depict anal sex.
• People can be executed for having anal sex in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
• In the Middle Eastern religions of Islam, Christianity and Judaism, anal sex is considered a sin but some other religions have absolutely no problems with it.
• In ancient Greece, anal sex was recognized and not condemned.
• Perceptions against anal sex are changing globally and most nations are becoming more tolerant and accepting. Relentless campaigns and activism by LGBT groups have significantly shifted public opinions regarding anal sex.