Eight Myths and Truths About Anal Sex (Part 1)

21.08.2012 | By: J. P.

Let’s eliminate unfounded prejudices and wrong conceptions about anal intercourse.

Prejudices about anal intercourse are a thing of the past. (PhotoXpress)

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A general belief about deviant behavior is formed and maintained by various legitimate state and religious institutions. What used to be deviant behavior is completely acceptable today, as for instance, masturbation and oral intercourse. However, despite noticeable developments in a positive direction, anal intercourse is still largely considered a taboo supported and strengthened by myths that oppose logic, science and experiences because they’re based on wrong information and fear of the unknown. If we don’t want these myths to discourage us from practicing and enjoying anal intercourse, we should focus our attention on them, even though they make anal intercourse exciting.

Myth #1: Anal intercourse is practiced only by prostitutes, perverts and weirdos

Truth: Literally everyone enjoys anal intercourse, regardless of their social status, from the nice freckled lady next door to the bold dominatrix in the cellar. Actually, almost all current studies and books about sexuality no longer classify anal intercourse among unusual or deviant sexual practices, where you can still find sadomasochism, group sex, urination and domination. Anal intercourse is usually placed after the chapter on vaginal and oral intercourse. The assumption that anal intercourse is abnormal or perverse is based on deeply rooted religious prejudices according to which only conventional heterosexual intercourse with the aim to conceive a child is natural and normal.

Myth #2: The anus isn’t created for sexual thrills

Truth: Every part of the body can be an erogenous zone that offers sexual thrills. The anus and rectum have a number of highly sensitive and highly responsive nerve endings and their stimulation by rubbing or penetration can be very pleasant for both women and men. During anal intercourse, it’s also possible to stimulate a woman’s vagina and G-spot or a man’s prostate and the root of his penis. In the end, the opening on the other end of the alimentary (digestive) tract doesn’t only serve the purpose for which it’s intended.

Myth #3: Anal intercourse is dirty

Truth: If you consider the standard rules of hygiene, anal intercourse is no dirtier than other kinds of sexual intercourse. Most discharges are kept in the bowel and only a small quantity is usually deposited in the rectum, where it ends up because of the motion occurring in the large intestine. As before every intimate moment, it’s also recommended that you have a shower and wash the area around the anus before having anal intercourse, while other special measures, such as enema, aren’t necessary. In any event, you have to thoroughly clean your penis after anal penetration or use a condom if you plan to continue with vaginal penetration.

Myth #4: Only homosexual men have anal sex

Truth: the connection between anal intercourse and homosexual people has origins in deeply rooted social homophobia. Everyone enjoys anal intercourse, regardless of their sexual orientation and gender. Although it’s true that most homosexual men have anal intercourse, studies reveal that this figure is much lower than it’s generally believed: 50 to 60% have tried it and only 30% have anal intercourse on a regular basis. Fellatio or oral intercourse is a much more common practice among gays. According to research, anal intercourse is practiced by 20 to 45% of women, so there’s no evidence that any group classified in terms of sexual orientation would have anal intercourse more often than the other group. According to a dramatic increase in the sale of butt plugs, we could conclude that primarily heterosexual people are interested in anal intercourse lately.