Urethral sounding is the practice of inserting objects (typically made by metal or silicone) into the urethra for sexual gratification. Urethral dilatation is a urological procedure that uses probes called
sounds to enlarge the inside diameter of the
urethra
The urethra (: urethras or urethrae) is the tube that connects the urinary bladder to the urinary meatus, through which Placentalia, placental mammals Urination, urinate and Ejaculation, ejaculate.
The external urethral sphincter is a striated ...
and locate obstructions in the urethra, or as a treatment for
urethral stricture
A urethral stricture is a narrowing of the urethra, the tube connected to the Urinary bladder, bladder that allows urination. The narrowing reduces the flow of urine and makes it more difficult or even painful to empty the bladder.
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Risks
The insertion of foreign bodies into the urethra can present serious medical problems. If not conducted carefully, sounding carries a risk of irritation, tearing of the urethra, or of
urinary tract infection
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection that affects a part of the urinary tract. Lower urinary tract infections may involve the bladder (cystitis) or urethra (urethritis) while upper urinary tract infections affect the kidney (pyel ...
. Infections may become serious if they progress to the bladder or kidneys.
Urethral play
Urethral play can involve the introduction of either soft or rigid items into the
of the penis (as well as farther in) or vulva. Other toys and items, such as
catheters
In medicine, a catheter ( ) is a thin tube made from medical grade materials serving a broad range of functions. Catheters are medical devices that can be inserted in the body to treat diseases or perform a surgical procedure. Catheters are man ...
, may be introduced deeper; in some cases even into the bladder. Some items may even be allowed to curl several times or expand within the bladder. This action may be directly or indirectly associated with stimulation of the prostate gland and some types of bladder control. In women urethral sounding can lead to clitoral stimulation.
See also
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Urethral intercourse
Urethral intercourse or ''coitus par urethra'' is sexual penetration of the female urethra by a body part such as a penis or a finger. It differs from urethral sounding, the act of inserting a medical tool into the urethra (for both males and fe ...
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Urethral foreign body
Doctors have documented numerous cases of insertion of foreign bodies into the urethra, typically as the result of auto-erotic activities. This can result in infections and serious internal bleeding.
A wide variety of solid objects have been rep ...
References
Further reading
* Hardy Haberman, Fetish Diva Midori. ''The Family Jewels: A Guide to Male Genital Play and Torment.'' Greenery Press, 2001. .
External links
BMEzine.com article with links to images of urethral soundsIs the Penetration of the Urethra Even Possible?"Playing Doctor" Savage Love, October 18, 2001
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