Is Masturbation Safe After Rectal Polyp Removal Surgery?

Posted on Tue, 10 Nov 2015

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Tue, 10 Nov 2015 Answered on

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Question : I had an anal polyp removal (non cancerous) and fissure operation on Thursday.
Today is Tuesday.
Is it safe for me to masturbate now?
XXXX

Answered by Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali (17 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
It is better to avoid for one more week

Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXX, Hi
I can understand your concern.
Since you have undergone two surgical procedures on last Thursday, to be on safer side the act of masturbation should be deferred for another week.
Hope this answers your query.
Take care.
Wishing you a quick and smooth recovery.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali (15 minutes later)

I am starting to get frustrated because of this.
It won't be safe now for one time only would it?

Answered by Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
There is no harm in doing masturbation

Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXX,
Thanks for your reply.

I can understand your problem.
As such there is no harm in doing masturbation, however it is advisable to ask the surgeon who knows about the operative procedures to remove the polyp and to treat anal fissure before indulging in masturbation. I would like to know about the operative procedure before giving my opinion.

Awaiting your reply for better analysis and suggestion.

Best regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad