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Porn culture has led to women suffering injuries during sex

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Doyoumind · 12/08/2022 10:01

Apart from all the violence etc porn portrays as normal, anal sex is definitely treated as an everyday thing that women enjoy. I don't personally. I know some women claim they do but I've certainly known men who pressure for it and I'm guessing it's only got worse in the years since I was dating.

This article suggests women are unknowingly entering into something that can cause serious injuries.

www.theguardian.com/society/2022/aug/11/rise-in-popularity-of-anal-sex-has-led-to-health-problems-for-women

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DrShepsBall · 12/08/2022 13:55

Dalaidramailama · 12/08/2022 10:09

I’m 34, never engaged in it. I was warned by my mother of the health consequences. Will warn my own daughter too.

Same, but I'm 42. I'll also educate my dc.

mamabear715 · 12/08/2022 13:55

eeeww.. I've had enough problems after childbirth!!

MsFannySqueers · 12/08/2022 13:55

Is it coincidence that the Anusol advertisement appeared next to this thread?

TomAllenWife · 12/08/2022 13:51

@Mojoj could you be any more patronising???

greywinds · 12/08/2022 13:51

What age did you start talking to your daughters/sons about this? I don't think not educating girls or boys is ever the answer even if the conversations are difficult.

People often enjoy many sexual things that are transgressive, a lot of sexual enjoyment starts in the mind rather than strictly with the act only.

ChickenChop · 12/08/2022 13:45

I'm don't think I did claim to care about women did I? However that goes without saying.

I really care. I really care that my daughter is fully aware that anal sex and choking may well be normalised now but it isn't something she should be pressurised into doing.

Like I said, if you say you like it, carry on. My opinion is that women don't like it, they just think they do (and that's my OPINION which differs to yours)

dottiedodah · 12/08/2022 13:41

I dont understand why straight men like this)Ok had a sheltered life I guess!) Surely this is a gay practice? Anyway good that it has been picked up on by Doctors now . Lets hope no young girls are coerced into this unwholesome practice

Stoma · 12/08/2022 13:41

ChickenChop · 12/08/2022 13:39

@Miffee has just about finished me off here GrinGrin Priceless and says it better than I ever could

Look, just think of all the fun you'll have on the fecal incontinence wards in a few decades and crack the fuck on!

Of course it doesn't affect me one bit, what you choose to do with your bottom. But I renin steadfast in my belief that women only enjoy it because men have taught them to

Idk I find it weird how you can claim to care about women and simultaneously mock them. If you truly believe women are pressured into it, surely you should be more compassionate? It's good to spread awareness of risks but you don't come across as genuine but doing that.

Thatswhyimacat · 12/08/2022 13:40

I hate the attitude, prominently displayed on this thread, that if a woman actually likes anything that you don't, or anything that a man likes, she's a pick me cool girl who's brainwashed by the patriarchy and desperate to be special.

Stop patronising and putting women down, and take your superiority complex back to your echo chamber.

(Happy to describe in graphic detail exactly what it is I like about anal but I thought I'd leave it)

ChickenChop · 12/08/2022 13:39

@Miffee has just about finished me off here GrinGrin Priceless and says it better than I ever could

Look, just think of all the fun you'll have on the fecal incontinence wards in a few decades and crack the fuck on!

Of course it doesn't affect me one bit, what you choose to do with your bottom. But I renin steadfast in my belief that women only enjoy it because men have taught them to

Yankey812 · 12/08/2022 13:38

A lot of people especially young women don't have much of a voice once something is 'mainstream' and normalized it is more difficult for them to say no. One thing is for sure it is not a natural thing to do nature didn't intend for it and most young people think it is harmless, there needs to be more of this in sex education
www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-6595871/Online-porn-horror-Girl-16-forced-colostomy-bag-attempting-group-anal-sex.html

justasking111 · 12/08/2022 13:33

11GrumpsaGrumping · 12/08/2022 13:07

@justasking111 those comments are so unhelpful and actually set the whole issue back. As noted on this thread, anal sex can be pleasurable for both men and women. Many women enjoy it and want to include it in their sex lives, too. It's about safety and communication and education and risk reduction.

www.nhs.uk/conditions/bowel-incontinence/

excitingusername · 12/08/2022 13:31

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picklemewalnuts · 12/08/2022 13:31

I think perhaps Miffee was thinking about coordination and organisation. I can't speak for her. I know that's where my mind wanders... it's a bit like taking something perfectly good, and turning it into something very elaborate. Why bother?

No need to explain. I'm just musing to myself. I won't be organising anything elaborate anytime soon!

liloandstench · 12/08/2022 13:29

Crikeyalmighty · 12/08/2022 13:17

I don't have a problem if others genuinely enjoy it and not just to keep partners happy - I just didn't

This is where I stand. There is a lot of thrush in the pressure, porn, men taking advantage and committing assault. But from someone who's done it, I've had both good and bad experiences. If you've never done it, you can't possibly know enough, but that's absolutely your choice to refuse.

Calling women brainwashed is plain stupid and offensive, to those who have. Sucking a penis means you're equally brainwashed, it gives you zero sexual pleasure and is commonly in porn.

Miffee · 12/08/2022 13:27

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liloandstench · 12/08/2022 13:25

I'm guessing you don't know what a prostate gland is

@justasking111 can you read? I said men LIE. Men who say they don't like anal to their wives can LIE. A man who said it (anything in his bum) was gay (the most vile thing, in his mind) asked me to do that very same thing.

11GrumpsaGrumping · 12/08/2022 13:25

@RampantIvy I'll have to look into the research more. All (good) research takes into account response bias and should endeavour to have a random and representative sampling, and I know some research has been conducted in surprising settings and that results remain consistent over the years. I'll find out mor and come back to you but we're not talking about a survey in cosmo- actual scientific research.

11GrumpsaGrumping · 12/08/2022 13:23

@picklemewalnuts exactly!

11GrumpsaGrumping · 12/08/2022 13:22

@Miffee why would that shock you? It might feel like effort to you but if I enjoy it, why wouldn't I do it? I am genuinely curious why it surprises you so much that other people enjoy things you don't?

I mean don't get me wrong, I don't roll out the toy collection every time! Some times it's a quick shower head number or finger play. Other times a longer session with toys.

Why not?

picklemewalnuts · 12/08/2022 13:22

I have no problem with others enjoying it. I'm always amazed people don't like the things I like! I mean, come on. Ice cream?! But strangely some don't like it. I adore coriander. DS1 hates it and can smell a shred from 30 paces.

We all like different things.

We need to know when some of those things are dangerous if badly performed. Our girls need to know it's not just something they can do to please their partners, or something that might feel good. It's something that can cause them life long health problems.

11GrumpsaGrumping · 12/08/2022 13:20

@Crikeyalmighty and that's totally fine! It's not for everyone.

@Miffee I like it because it feels good. I like the sensation of the pressure inside me.

Miffee · 12/08/2022 13:20

Shock horror, I often even enjoy anal toys when masturbating- no men around then to impress! Just me!

I am horrified, not about you sticking things up your own arse generally. More that you go to so much effort to masturbate, honestly who could be arsed (couldnt resist) with that? Do you struggle?

11GrumpsaGrumping · 12/08/2022 13:19

@Crikeyalmighty actually you joke, but my current partner really enjoys receiving anal penetration. We have a vibrating anal dildo just for him.

It's not ALWAYS men pushing women to do something they don't want to

Unfortunately it often is, and so we need to talk about it more in general so we can start to differentiate.

Crikeyalmighty · 12/08/2022 13:17

I don't have a problem if others genuinely enjoy it and not just to keep partners happy - I just didn't

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