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We’re glad you asked, because too many people think anal sex is a safe way to avoid pregnancy. Sperm are incredibly vigorous swimmers, and if any leak out of the rectum they could swim through moist genital tissues, enter the vagina and result in pregnancy. It may not happen often, but once is all it takes.
The safest thing to do is use a reliable method of contraception, just as you would if you were having vaginal intercourse. Birth control pills, Depo-Provera shots and the contraceptive patch are excellent methods (for more information, click here. Even in a monogamous relationship, we would still recommend he use condoms during anal sex, to minimize any chance of contracting intestinal bacterial infections.
For more information, check out these articles:
Birth Control Options
Facts on Abstinence
Common Sex Myths
Emergency Contraception
Facts About Contraception Use
Do you have a question?  As a reminder, this information should not be relied on as medical advice and is not intended to replace the advice of your doctor. Please read our full  .
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