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Is The External Anal Sphincter Always Closed Even During Sleep ?

is the external anal sphincter supposed to be completely tightened all the time? even when u r sleeping?? or it is relaxed? i know u can close it at will. but when u dont do anything..is it totally closed?? im talking about the external anal sphincter, not the internal
Thu, 19 May 2011
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Really Good question, you are a real thinker in this world, Yes closed always in normal condition because it is made up of tight muscular structure
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Is The External Anal Sphincter Always Closed Even During Sleep ?

Really Good question, you are a real thinker in this world, Yes closed always in normal condition because it is made up of tight muscular structure