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10 Things You Should Know About Poppers
They're a staple in the gay community, but what really are poppers?
By Zachary ZaneOctober 28 2016 / 4:43 PM
Zachary Zane
Zachary Zane is a Brooklyn-based sex and dating expert, columnist, activist, and author of 'Boyslut: A Memoir and Manifesto' and co-author of 'Men’s Health: Best. Sex. Ever.'
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10 Things You Should Know About Poppers

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You’ve probably heard someone mention anal fissures at some point in your life...

1. Keep your bowel movements loose

2. Eat more olive oil

3. Don’t hold in your poops

4. Make friends with aloe vera

5. Use more lube during sex than you thought possible

6. Soak in a hot bath

7. Cool it with the bottoming for a little bit

8. Give Botox a try, it's for more than just wrinkles

9. Preparation H

10. AnuSol Cream

11. Rectiv Rectal

12. If all else fails…surgery

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