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Health
The United States of Sexual Frustration
We’ve all been there––you hit up an old fling to end a dry spell the length of eternity. You can’t remember the last time you had an orgasm, or you and your partner’s sex life is starting to feel more stale than steamy. Sexual frustration is tough, full stop. It can occur with people who
November 02, 2022 by bespoke
Health
The U.S. Sex Toy Map & Other Sex Toy Statistics
Gone are the days of hushed tones and awkward confessions when it comes to talking about our sex toy usage. At Bespoke, sex toys are synonymous with self-care, which goes further than a good face mask and a meditation session. Sex toys can be a valuable part of a person’s self-love journey or a couple’s
August 29, 2022 by bespoke
Education, Health
Do You Need An Anal Pap Smear?
Believe it or not, anal pap smears are not as common as they should be. At Bespoke Surgical, Dr. Goldstein has been at the forefront of educating people about what they are, who should get them, why you should get them, and how often you should get them. Everyone, especially those who engage in anal
May 18, 2022 by bespoke
General, Health
What’s Turning Americans On in 2022?
What’s getting people in the mood in 2022? Maybe it’s a nibble of the lower lip. Perhaps it’s a level of confidence that’s indisputably sexy. Hell, maybe it’s a nude photo. We’re honestly not sure, but we felt a pressing need to find out. We asked a diverse set of Americans about which gestures, personality
March 24, 2022 by bespoke
Education, Health
Swollen Anus: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
The anus is not only our most valuable asset, but it’s also one of our most delicate. It’s quite a vulnerable part of the body with very tender, thin skin. When it’s even the slightest bit irritated or inflamed, you’re bound to notice. You may be wondering – ‘Why is my anus swollen?’ – and
March 17, 2022 by bespoke
Health
Bring Home the Benefits of Data-Driven Care
mCompass Enables Anorectal Manometry Testing in Any Care Setting For an experienced clinician, fingertips can speak volumes during a rectal exam. But for the highest quality-of-care, data—along with digits—is crucial. After all, physicians are scientists and know that hard data is invaluable, leading to the better practice of medicine and better treatment results. However, for
March 10, 2022 by bespoke
Education
The Science of Anal Sex
Get to Know Your Inner A**hole For many, sharing sexual pleasure may be a form of art, but there’s also plenty of science behind it—particularly when it involves, well, the behind. Yes, we’re talking about anal sex—and by the way, these days, anal sex is not primarily the territory of gay men. Recent surveys suggest
February 21, 2022 by bespoke
Education
Quizzing Americans on LGBTQ Terms
Millions of Americans identify as LGBTQ+. As the understanding of human sexuality and gender identity grows, knowledge can bring us together and foster deeper empathy. Language exists to clarify, but how familiar is the average American with LGBTQ+ terminology? Like any group, the LGBTQ+ community has its own language to express who they are and
January 20, 2022 by bespoke
Education
Glossary of LGBTQ+ Terms
How we communicate matters. The first step to creating more inclusive spaces is using language that makes all parties involved feel comfortable and supported. In the spirit of validating others by using inclusive and identity-affirming language, we produced a glossary of LGBTQ+ terms. Disclaimer: By no means is this meant to be a comprehensive list.
January 20, 2022 by bespoke
Health
What Is Rectal Prolapse? Discover Symptoms, Causes & Surgery
What is Rectal Prolapse? Rectal prolapse is when your rectum — the last section of your large intestine — drops and pushes through your anus. In the anal sex community, especially those who identify as gay, this is commonly referred to as a “rosebud,” and the act of pushing it out is known as “blooming.”
January 19, 2022 by bespoke
