Subject: Perverts and Weirdos Digest, v.1 #22 (ROT13) Date: 1 Dec 88 02:58:45 GMT Perverts and Weirdos Digest, v.1 #22 (ROT13) Wed Nov 30 21:58:32 EST 1988 WARNING: This digest may contain sexually explicit material. Do not decrypt it if you find this type of material offensive. Contributions: uunet!inco!alembic!pwdigest Comments: uunet!inco!alembic!mack Mailing List requests: uunet!inco!alembic!pwdigest-request You can request back-issues of the Digest, but first you need to read the introductory posting in alt.sex or soc.singles. You can request a copy of the introduction by sending mail to: uunet!inco!alembic!pwissue with the word "Intro" on the subject line. Internet mailers should try: alembic!pwdigest@inco.uu.net alembic!mack@inco.uu.net etc. To decrypt from within a newsreader: Newsreader Command --------- ------- readnews,vnews 'D' vn 'z' rn 'x' or 'CTRL-X' Gnews 'x' (see the manual) notes '%' or 'R' rnews (Gnumacs) ^C^R ANU NEWS (VMS) READ/ROT13 To decrypt a stored file: tr "[a-m][n-z][A-M][N-Z]" "[n-z][a-m][N-Z][A-M]" <input >output or /usr/lib/news/caesar 13 <input-file >output-file -- dm ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Date: Thu, 24 Nov 88 22:28:07 PST From: Anonymous Subject: S&M Safety Information The following is a survey of basic information about the various kinds of problems that can occur during various types of S&M scenes, how they can be prevented, and what to do if something goes wrong anyway. These are first aid tips only, serious problems require treatement by trained medical personnel in order to avoid possibly fatal complications or permenent damage. Scenes or techinques that are especally dangerous are indicated by *** in the title blocks. Do not engage in such scenes without thorough study, preparation, proper equipment, and if possible, training someone experienced in the art. (Note that except for fisting, most of the really hazardous scenes appeal to relatively few people. Tops known to practice them are generally conscientious and well prepared, but don't hesitate to ask if you have any doubts). The safety rules give below are designed to minimize risk. While it is sometimes possible to break the rules and get away with it, be aware of the increased risk. ANAL PENETRATION (fucking **fisting** use of dildoes, etc) Possible problems: anal or rectal tears or abrasions; colonic rupture leading to peritonitis (possibly fatal); "lost" objects Prevention: Never insert anything hard or sharp-edged Never insert anything made of glass or other breakable material Never insert anything "all the way" Never force anything Always use adequate lubrication Always use enough light so that you can see any blood discharge First Aid: Minor blood spotting is usually harmless, but watch for continued flow. If bleeding continues past a few minutes, or if severe pain, fever, glassy eyes, and other symptoms develop later (possibly the next day), get the subject to an emergency room immediately. Most objects that can get "lost" up the ass will come out by themselves given the chance. If it doesn't come out within four hours, go to an emergency room. ABRASION, **PIERCING**, **CUTTING** Possible Problems: infection; serious bleeding; damage to internal organs or tissues; unwanted scarring Pevention: Always use clean instruments, STERILE ones for piercing or deep cutting. Never reuse a blooded instrument on anyone else unless it can be sterlilzed first. Boiling water is not adequate, true sterilization can only be achieved in an autoclave or with germicidal lamps, if you don't have access to sterlilization equipment, stick to disposable tools for these scenes. Never cut on or near the extremities (arms, legs, neck and head) or around the groin. Make only shallow cuts or needle insertions unless you have studied anatomy and really know what you are doing. Never allow blood drawn in a scene to come in contact with anyone elses mouth or mucous membranes (it is OK for the bottom who's blood it is to taste his own blood, you can't be infected by your own blood). First aid: If bleeding doesn't stop by itself in a few minutes, apply direct pressure over the site. If bleeding still continues, or if there is any spurting blood, get the subject to an emergency room immediately. If wounds do not heal cleanly, if there is swelling, discoloration, or sensitivity to light pressure, or if fever develops, suspect an infection and see a doctor. FLOGGING Possible problems: cutting of the skin resulting in infection; hematomas (internal bleeding); damage to internal organs (the kidneys are particulary vurnerable); unwanted scarring Prevention: Always flog well padded areas only (ass, thighs, back) if any substantial force is being used. Be particulary careful when flogging the chest, lower back and abdomen. Always adjust the force and instrument used to suit the area being worked on and the bottoms body type (i.e., thin, muscular, or fleshy). Always watch the effects of what you are doing and don't get carried away; know when to stop Flogging insturments that can cause superficial wounds should be clean, insturments that cut into the flesh should be disposable, sterilizable, or reserved for use on one person. First Aid: Unless you really got carried away, any pain will be gone in twenty four hours, and bruses will heal by themselves in a week. If there is bleeding, treat as in "cutting" above. Continued internal (rather than superficial) pain several hours after a flogging may indicate serious damage, get the subject to a doctor or emergency room as soon as possible. HEAT SCENES (hot wax, **cigareets/cigars**, **matches**, **branding** Possible problems: first and second-degree burns; infection; unwanted scarring Prevention: Always use plain parafin candles Always apply wax a little at a time from a height Never use beeswax candles Never touch a flame, or lighted cigarette/cigar to the body unless scarring is desired. Superficial brands which will fade over time will produced if the branding iron is touched lightly against the skin for the briefest possible time. Permanent, deep brands involve third degree burns, Do NOT attempt this unless you are willing to live with permanent scars and are equipped to treat the wound so it will heal cleanly without complications. First aid: Cool burned area with cold water for one minute or more; do NOT apply petroleum products or any greasy lotions or butter. Clean superfical first degree burns can be left to heal on their own at this point, blistering indicates second degree burns, and need the attention of a doctor. After treatment, clear liquid from under a burn scab indicates normal healing; cloudy fluid or pus indicates infection, see a doctor. RESTRAINTS Possible problmes: cutoff of blood circulation to the limb below the restraint; nerve damage or bone brusing (especally from metal restraints. Pevention: Never make any restraint too tight, especally around the wrists or neck. Never use handcuffs that can't be set not to tighten during use. Always lock handcuffs so that they will not tighten further. Always have bounds loose enough to slip a finger between the restraint and skin if you aren't going to be around to monitor continously Always check every ten minutes for cooling, numbness or discoloration of the skin below the restraint. Bottoms should always let the top know if a limb is starting to go numb. First aid: Remove restraints and lower the extremities so that blood flow can resume. Gently massage affected area. There is little or no treatment for nerve damage, while damage nerves may regenerate, they will do so very very slowly. **SUSPENSION BONDAGE** Possible poblems: circulation cutoff; pinched nerves; muscle strains or tears; dislocated joints; passing out; falls (possibly causing broken bones or concussion) Prevention: Never suspend the body using metal restraints Always use wide leather cuffs, preferably padded (or wrap the limbs in Ace bandages beneath the cuffs. Always use hoist equipment that is solidly installed and able to be both locked in place and released quickly Always use strong "snap hooks" for attaching the restraints to the hoist equipment Note that most bottoms cannot take long suspension by the wrists alone, ten minutes is long. Upside down suspension using well padded restraints or a boot hoist can last longer, but it depends on the individual, so Always check for pressure or pain in the head when performing upside down suspensions. There is no specific time limit for upright or horizontal suspension using a properly designed body harness that distributes the load, but check for pain or cold/numbness in areas where the pressure is greatest (such as the groin area). Always lower the suspendee back to the ground gently, do not let drop. First aid: For circulation cutoff, see RESTRAINTS above. Muscle strains should get the attention of a doctor, as there is a possibility that it could be torn. A torn muscle may produce internal bleeding that will show as a hematoma or surface reddening, and it will be too paindul to move at all, when in doubt, assume the worst and seek immediate medical attention. Unless you are trained in advanced first aid for broken bones, disloacted joints, and concussions, it is best to call the paramedics; do NOT move the subject yourself. For fainting, get subject down on the floor. Keep him lying down for a half hour after he comes to. **RIGID BONDAGE** (straitjackets, hoods and gags, mummification, etc.) Possible problems: same as for restrants, plus suffocation from very tight bonds around chest, strangulation from neck bonds; breathing blocking from hoods or gags; possible rupture of seminal vesicles from ejaculation with a tightly bound penis; muscle strains and cramps. Prevention: Never leave a bottom tied face down on a soft surface. Never leave a bottom alone breathing only through his nose. Never constrict the throat. Never tie someone up in a way you can't undo (including yourself if you practice auto-bondage) Don't use knots or other bonds that tighten with time or with struggling unless you keep a close watch and are prepared to CUT them free. Always make sure bonds around chest allow for breathing. Always check for respiratory problems before using gags or hoods. Always keep chelking for breathing during the scene. Always keep checking the condition of extremities. First Aid: Remove bonds; lower affected limbs (or head if bottom has passed out). Massage numb limbs gently. If breathing has stopped, apply artifical respiration, if heart has stopped, apply CPR if you are trained in the technique, Have someone call the paramedics. After recovery from a faint, keep subject lying down for a half hour. **CATHATERS** Possible problems: Irritation of urethra; bladder infection; internal bleeding Prevention: NEVER use metal tubes, the consequence of a mistake can be quickly fatal. Always use sterile equipment, if you don't have an autoclave, consider them to be disposable items only, do not reuse Always use plenty of sterile water-soluble lubricant (such as K-Y). There should be little or no pain during the insertion of the catheter; SEVERE PAIN IS A MAJOR DANGER SIGNAL. Always insert slowly and carefully and stop once the urine begins to flow First aid: Some irritation of the urethra is inevitable and will usually go away after a day or so (the first natural urination after a catheter has been removed will tend to burn or sting, this effect may continue for as long as a day). Seek medical attention if pain continues after a day, or if there is any blood in the urine, or any signs of infection (fever, etc). ENEMAS Possible problems: cramping; rupture (potentally very serious); irritation of the bowel from additives in the enema solution: anal/rectal irration or abrasion from the use of improper tubing or nozzle Prevention: Never use detergent, (mild soap such as Ivory is OK. Always use proper equipment Always fill the bowel slowly, and stop if there is cramping. A very dilute wine enema (4:1) may be used safely, but be aware that it will cause a very deep intoxication very quickly. Do not force someone to hold an enema after the feeling of pressure turns to outright pain. First aid: If cramping continues more than one hour after the liquid has been discharged, or if there is ANY blood discharge, get the subject to an emergency room immediately. WATERSPORTS Possible problems: Urine is bacterially sterile in healthy persons, but can transmit viral infections in apparently healthy people, such as hepatitis-B, urine in eyes can seriously irritate or infect. Prevention: Check the health status of your partner before a scene, piss is safest and least irritating if it is dilute, drink plenty of fluids before giving and after taking piss. First Aid: See a doctor if you suspect an infection. If you get any in your eyes, flush with clear water. **SCAT** Possible problems: Feces can transmit any number of diseases, especally amoebas and parasites. Prevention: The safest proceedure if you must injest feces is to limit your partners to those known to be healthy, preferably a monogamous relation. Or else eat only your own scat. First aid: See a doctor as soon as possible if you suspect an infection. CLAMPS AND WEIGHTS Possible problems: tissue damage from circulation cutoff; minor cuts from "biting" clamps; damage to testicles or genital tubing from ball weights; tears from weights from too thin tit or genital rings. Prevention: Never leave clamps or weights on for longer than fifteen minutes. Never hang a weight from any ring smaller than 14 gauge Always add weight slowly; bottoms should tell tops in advance how much weight they have taken before. First aid: Treat minor cuts with antiseptic. A TORN nipple, scrotum, etc, requires medical attention. Lasting or recurrent pain after a scene with haavy ball weights may indicate internal damage, see a doctor. **ELECTROTORTURE** Possible problems: muscle strains or tears from involuntary contractions; nerve damage; burns; possibly FATAL heart failure Prevention: NEVER use any device that passes current through body above the waist. NEVER use a device that operates off the AC mains. ALWAYS use a battery operated or manual device (such as Relaxicisors, magnetos) Always start the current at a very low level, and increase slowly, as the bottom shows ability to take it. Subject should be either firmly restrained or else unrestrained standing up or lying down on a soft surface to avoid injuries from muscle contractions in response to shocks First aid: Muscle strains, treat as in Suspension. Heart failure, apply CPR (if known) and have someone else call the paramedics. Burns, (impossible if proper equipment is used), treat as in heat scenes. HEAD TRIPS Possible problems: panic, mental trauma Prevention: Tops should know the mind set of bottoms they do head trips on, never do a heavy head trip without taking time to "read" his current state of mind. Bottoms should not ask for scenes they cannot handle; learn to discern what turns you on as a fantasy and what you are ready to take in reality. Keep communicating during the scene. The use of drugs during a heavy head trip scene is NOT recommened ((see below). First aid: Stop the scene, drop any roles or pretenses, talk the bottom back town to reality. Hold, cuddle, careess and reassure. If there has been a serious breakdown, and panic or irrationaly continue, seek professional help. Even if the subject appears to have recovered and can get himself home, keep in touch for at least a few days afterward to check for developing problems or an incomplete recovery. **DRUGS** Possible problems: Poppers; fainting, stroke, eye damage, poisoning (if taken internally) Alcohol, marijuana, hallucinogens, stimulants, etc; can cloud judgement and inhibit other protective/defensive reactions, some can cause fatal overdose, especally when mixed with alcohol. Prevention: Poppers: do not give to a bottom early in the scene NEVER give to a bottom while he is upside down (the blood will rush to his head and can cause eye damage and/or stroke) Other drugs: NOT recommened for use during a scene as judgement can be severly impaired. Bottoms should tell tops what drugs they are on, if any; many tops will not use drugs themselves at all during a scene and most prefer that a bottom coming to a prearranged meeting be "clean" at the start, unless instructed otherwise. First Aid: If the subject seems listless, irrational or becomes unconscious without another clear reason, suspect a drug overdose, call the paramedics. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------ End of Perverts and Weirdos Digest ************************ -------