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Question:
I am a male C5 quad, and I like to perform oral sex on my female partner. She enjoys this, but after prolonged stimulation of her clitoris, she says it gets numb and orgasm is harder to reach. She wants me to stimulate her anus to give her clitoris a rest. Is this harmful? Is it pleasurable for women? It seems a rather nasty spot to be, although it is only inches from her vagina.

Answer:
by Elizabeth McNeff:
(05/16/2004)
It is generally safe to stimulate your partneršs anus, although some precautions are in order. Practice safe sex! Use a dental dam or a cut-up latex glove as a barrier to block viruses and bacteria. To use a latex glove, simply cut off all the fingers of the glove, then cut along the side. The glove will open into a rectangular shape. Water-based lubricants can be used with the dental dam or glove to increase pleasure. The anus is richly endowed with nerve endings, so yes, stimulation can be very pleasurable. Many women (and men) find it as arousing as genital stimulation. There are a variety of anal toys available that are fun and safe to use. One good source for safer sex supplies, lubricants and anal toys is Good Vibrations. Confidentiality is guaranteed, and they offer expert advice on products of particular interest and relevance to men with erectile difficulties and people with disabilities. = Good Vibrations, 938 Howard Street, Suite 101, San Francisco, CA 94103-4163; 800/289-8423; fax: 415/974-8990; e-mail: goodvibe@well.com; Web site: www.goodvibes.com --Lizzi McNeff

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