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Can Anal Sex Increase A Fecal Incontinence Problem? - Dr. Sanz (VIDEO)

October 15, 2008 - 1:41pm 2012 reads 0 comments

Dr. Sanz explains if a history of anal sex can increase a fecal incontinence problem.

Dr. Sanz:
That’s a very good question. Yes, they do, like homosexuals have eventually permanent damage to this sphincter with multiple tears. So that eventually has to be reconstructed but sometimes it is not just a question of the tear, it is the question of this sphincter becoming very thin and the tears are multiple. So this is a major damage to the anal canal.

BIO:
Dr. Luis Sanz leads Urogynecology & Pelvic Surgery at Virginia Hospital Center, focusing on pelvic floor disorders such as urinary incontinence and prolapse (bulging) of the vagina, bladder and/or uterus. In addition to Dr. Sanz's particular interest in the subspecialty of Urogynecology, he also sees patients for standard gynecological exams and treatment.

Dr. Sanz is a Professor, Scholar Track, in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Georgetown University School of Medicine, where he also formerly served as Vice Chairman and Chief of the Division of Gynecology and Obstetrics. He was also Director of Georgetown's Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstruction Clinic.

A member of AOA (Medical Honor Society), Dr. Sanz's prior academic appointments and professional experience also include: Associate Professor in Pediatrics at Georgetown University Hospital and Director, Colposcopy Clinic and Gynecologic Cancer Detection Center (D.C. General Hospital, Georgetown University Service). Among the professional organizations to which Dr. Sanz belongs are: American Association of Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery, Gynecological Urology Society, and American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Visit Dr. Sanz at the Virginia Hospital Center:
http://vhc4women.com

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