Atlas of the receptive anal sex experience among people with prostates

Author:

Gaither Thomas W1,Vincent Nathan W2,Piqueiras Eduardo1,Barzallo Devin3,Siapno Allen1,Williams Kristen C1,Russell Marcia45,Litwin Mark S167

Affiliation:

1. University of California Los Angeles Department of Urology, David Geffen School of Medicine, , Los Angeles, CA, United States

2. No affiliation/independent researcher

3. Case Western Reserve School of Medicine , Cleveland, OH, United States

4. Department of Surgery, Section of Colorectal Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine , Los Angeles, United States , CA

5. VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System Surgical and Perioperative Careline, , Los Angeles, CA, United States

6. University of California, Los Angeles Department of Health Policy and Management, Fielding School of Public Health, , Los Angeles, CA, United States

7. University of California Los Angeles School of Nursing, , Los Angeles, CA, United States

Abstract

AbstractBackgroundReceptive anal intercourse (RAI) is commonly practiced among individuals of all sexual orientations. However, negative stigmatization by society and health care professionals leads to the underreporting or this practice.AimWe sought to assess and describe the subjective role of the prostate as a pleasure center in participants with diverse RAI experiences. The secondary aim was to describe nonprostatic areas within the anorectal region that produce erotic sensation and/or pain.MethodsThe exploratory sequential multimethod study design included focus groups and semistructured interviews with 30 individuals with prostates who had engaged in RAI. We used graphic elicitation of natal male anatomy to enhance visualization and assess participant perspectives.OutcomesThe main outcome of interest was the identification of anatomic locations of erogenous sensation and pain during RAI.ResultsAmong the participants (median age 38, range 24–77 years), most participants (90%) identified as cisgender male. Three major themes emerged within the motivations for RAI, including (1) deriving intrinsic pleasure, (2) providing both pleasure for a partner and a way to improve intimacy/connection, and (3) an inability to be the insertive partner due to physical or mental challenges. The data suggest that the anorectal region produces a variety of erogenous sensations which participants find pleasurable. Overall, 2 major areas of erogenous sensation occur along the anterior rectal wall and within the anus. Within the context of RAI, 2 distinct categories of pain emerged, including pain with insertion and pain at other times.Clinical ImplicationsUnderstanding where erogenous sensation originates for each individual may predict sexual functioning after various surgical interventions. Timing and location of pain may aid in further characterizing anodyspareunia.Strengths and LimitationsOur study utilized a sequential design (from focus groups to interviews) with diverse RAI experiences, especially regarding age, geographic location, and prostate pathology. We included individuals of diverse gender identities, but too few to evaluate these groups independently from cisgender men.ConclusionPeople with prostates experience pleasure in multiple areas during RAI. Contrary to some lay literature, the prostate region is not the subjective pleasure center for all individuals. Timing and location of pain during RAI may inform areas for intervention. Providing a language for pleasure and pain during RAI may improve communication between not only sexual partners but also clinicians and patients.

Publisher

Oxford University Press (OUP)

Subject

Urology,Reproductive Medicine,Endocrinology,Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism,Psychiatry and Mental health

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