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- Rectal prolapse
Rectal prolapse occurs when the rectum turns itself inside out and comes out through the anus.
- Anal fissure
Around half of cases of anal fissures heal by themselves with proper self-care and avoidance of constipation.
- Oral sex
Oral sex is using your mouth, lips or tongue to stimulate your partner’s genitals or anus. Includes consent, risks, STIs, reducing risk, avoiding oral sex and where to get help.
- Digestive tract birth defects
Too much amniotic fluid surrounding the baby during pregnancy (polyhydramnios) may indicate the presence of defects of the digestive tract.
- Rectocele
A rectocele is when the rectum protrudes into the vagina.
- Haemorrhoids
A diet high in fibre can both treat and prevent haemorrhoids.
- Pinworms
Despite the unsavoury reputation, a pinworm infection (worms) is relatively harmless and easily treated.
- Contraception - female (internal) condoms
Information about female (internal) condoms - includes how to use condoms to reduce your risk of sexually transmissible infections (STIs) and pregnancy during sex, how they work and where to get them.
- Digestive system explained
The digestive tract can be thought of as a long muscular tube with digestive organs attached along the way.
- Safe sex
Safe sex is sexual contact that doesn't involve the exchange of semen, vaginal fluids or blood between partners.