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Larger anal injuries where there are larger amounts of blood may require medical treatment, if you are concerned about the amount of blood go to your local A&E department. If there is darker colour blood that looks like it has started to coagulate and then has been moved by fresh blood you should go and get checked out as this often suggests a more serious injury. | Larger anal injuries where there are larger amounts of blood may require medical treatment, if you are concerned about the amount of blood go to your local A&E department. If there is darker colour blood that looks like it has started to coagulate and then has been moved by fresh blood you should go and get checked out as this often suggests a more serious injury. | ||
In serious cases operation may be required to stop the bleeding and repair the tear, in serious cases it can result in being fitted | In serious cases operation may be required to stop the bleeding and repair the tear, in serious cases it can result in being fitted with a stoma while the affected area heals and then all being well with this removed at a later date. | ||
The risk of tears and punctures increases with the use of alcohol or drugs, as your ability to manage risk reduces and you may not be as aware that you are nearing or have injured yourself. Lighting in darkrooms and sex clubs (or coloured lights in home playrooms) can also make it difficult to see blood so proceed with caution. | The risk of cuts, tears and punctures increases with the use of alcohol or drugs, as your ability to manage risk reduces and you may not be as aware that you are nearing or have injured yourself. Lighting in darkrooms and sex clubs (or coloured lights in home playrooms) can also make it difficult to see blood so proceed with caution. | ||
Due to the risk of tears and injury you should also not use numbing agents and numbing lubes when doing anal play (they often contain lidocaine as the numbing agent). It increases the risk of you or your partner injuring your ass and missing the warning signs. | Due to the risk of tears and injury you should also not use numbing agents and numbing lubes when doing anal play (they often contain lidocaine as the numbing agent). It increases the risk of you or your partner injuring your ass and missing the warning signs. | ||
When fisting, ensure that your nails are trimmed and filed. You can rub your nails along your bottom lip to test how smooth they are, if they feel rough or any sharp points then file more. It is important to wear gloves to reduce the risk of STI transmission (such as Hep C) but they also provide a little additional protection from tears. | |||
In short, it is better to use plenty of lube, play slowly and focus on relaxing and breathing rather than pushing and forcing toys in. If you feel burning, and discomfort ease off - listen to what your body is telling you. | In short, it is better to use plenty of lube, play slowly and focus on relaxing and breathing rather than pushing and forcing toys in. If you feel burning, and discomfort ease off - listen to what your body is telling you. | ||