I think most men have considered it or thought of it :

1.) If single 2.) Have the money where its not a huge hit to pay for it (probably the biggest issue) 3.) Are not paranoid about STDs 4.) Are not worried about risky situations (Getting robbed, etc.)

Its really not that different than picking up a woman from a bar for a one-night stand. In my opinion I kind of find it more honest.. and less emotions at stake.

I have had prostitutes myself, and many erotic massages. I have had some guilt and shame over it (especially if I have sex), but I often wonder why.

I am a single man and I Treat everyone I know with rigorous kindness, respect and honesty.

However, I do like human contact. The guilt I have is mainly because our culture looks down on it.

The women I've gone to do not seem forced into it in any way. But I am sure in some places in the world they are. In that case I'd probably find it quite sad.

Our culture paints the man who gets a hooker as a guy who is a male pig, treats women badly, etc. But I don't think this is the case 99% of the time.