Rectal Douching and Anal Human Papillomavirus Among Young Men Who Have Sex With Men in China

Conclusions Self-reported rectal douching is associated with higher odds of anal HPV infection independent of sexual behaviors among YMSM. More prospective studies to ascertain this association are needed. Health education materials should inform men of the potential risk of rectal douching. Research on safer rectal douching procedures is warranted.
Source: Sexually Transmitted Diseases - Category: Sexual Medicine Tags: Original Studies Source Type: research