Editing Perineum (section)

==Society and culture==
Perineum sunning is a [[wellness (alternative medicine)|wellness]] practice that involves exposing the perineum (area between the genitals and anus) to sunlight. Adherents claim various unproven health benefits such as improved libido, circulation, sleep, and longevity.<ref name="conv">{{cite news |author=Beth Daley |title=There's no magic way to boost your energy. But 'perineum sunning' isn't the answer |date=23 December 2020 |newspaper=The Conversation |url=https://theconversation.com/theres-no-magic-way-to-boost-your-energy-but-perineum-sunning-isnt-the-answer-150835}}</ref> There is no scientific evidence that this behavior promotes any of the alleged benefits.<ref name=conv /> The practice of exposing a sensitive area of skin to sunlight also increases the risk of skin cancers<ref>{{cite magazine |author=EJ Dickson |title=Sorry, Anus Tanning Is Not Really a Thing |url=https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/anus-tanning-wait-what-really-919442/ |magazine=Rolling Stone |date=27 November 2019}}</ref> such as [[melanoma]], [[squamous cell carcinoma]], and [[basal-cell carcinoma]].<ref>{{cite magazine |author-first1=Marci|author-last1=Robin|author-first2=Taylore|author-last2=Glynn|title=Dermatologists Are Warning People Not to Try Perineum Sunning |url=https://allure.com/story/viral-perineum-sunning-post-dermatologists-warning |magazine=Allure |date=7 December 2019}}</ref> Doctors recommend safer alternative options such as relaxation, meditation, and mindfulness, which can also achieve the same desired benefits.<ref>{{cite web |author=Leah Groth |title=So, Perineum Sunning is a Thing Now—Here's Why Doctors Definitely Don't Want You to Try It |url=https://www.health.com/mind-body/perineum-butt-sunning-wellness-trend | website=Health.com |date=21 February 2020}}</ref>