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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 inflammation is present, you‘re bound to notice. You may be wondering
January 14, 2026 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
January 11, 2026 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
December 07, 2025 by bespoke
Uncategorized, Health
What LGBTQ+ Patients Reveal—and Hide—from Their Doctors
Navigating the healthcare system isn’t always straightforward, especially for LGBTQ+ individuals, who often face unique challenges and barriers. LGBTQ+ patients experience higher rates of discrimination in medical settings, and recent executive orders in 2025 threaten to restrict access to affirming care further, exacerbating these issues. To better understand LGBTQ+ patient experiences, we surveyed 1,500+ Americans,
October 12, 2025 by bespoke
General
Survey: Are Chronically-Online Americans Having More or Less Sex?
We know, we know. Screen time gets blamed for everything. Burnout, bad sleep, digital dating disasters. But is it also to blame for a lackluster sex life? Or, could all those hours spent online actually be turning up the heat? To find out, we surveyed over 3,000 sexually active Americans, asking how many hours they
October 12, 2025 by bespoke
Uncategorized
Proctologist vs Gastroenterologist: What’s the Difference?
Unless you work in medicine, you may be thinking to yourself: what’s the difference between a proctologist and a gastroenterologist? While they are related, they each focus on different parts of the body, and thus different pathologies and issues. This guide will help you determine if you should see us here at Bespoke Surgical, or
August 18, 2025 by bespoke
Education
The Ultimate Guide to Anal Hygiene
So let me paint a morning, any morning, where you’re rushing out to work or the gym and you feel the urge to poop. You proceed to sit down, phone in hand on Instagram or TikTok, and it’s just not coming. Or more so, it’s not progressing the way you would have hoped. Time is
June 24, 2025 by bespoke
Health
Anal Botox: A Comprehensive Guide
Anal Botox is an increasingly popular procedure used to relax the anal sphincter muscles for both medical and aesthetic reasons. While many associate Botox with smoothing wrinkles on the face or reducing excessive sweating, its ability to temporarily relax muscles also makes it a valuable tool for addressing conditions like anal fissures, spasms, and discomfort
February 27, 2025 by bespoke
Education
Understanding Anal Fissures: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
What Is an Anal Fissure? An anal fissure is a small tear in the external skin of the lining of the anal canal. It usually manifests in the two weakest spots of anyone’s anus: posterior (to the back/tailbone) or anterior (towards the penis/testicular region). The tear exposes the underlying muscle, which, in turn, leads to
February 18, 2025 by bespoke
Health
Understanding Anal Skin Tags
What is an Anal Skin Tag? Skin tags are benign extra-folds of anal tissue. Anal skin tags can be caused by injuries near the anus, like hemorrhoids or fissures. They are also commonly referred to in the medical community as sentinel, rectal, and perianal skin tags. They may develop from the stretched overlying skin of
February 18, 2025 by bespoke
