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Can Masturbating Cause Any Health Problem In Elders?

I am 65 years old and married. My wife and I have sex only once in a month or more. She seems not to need it as often as I do. Therefore I hhave been masterbating more often as I still have strong desires. I masterbate sometimes 3 - 4 times a week and may be more sometimes. I have even done it twice in a day. I have some concerns about addiction or health problems from doing it so often. My wife seems to be okay with me masterbating. Problems: is there something wrong with me or my wife or what ever?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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From your description you are concerned that masturbating can any health concerns. Masturbation has not been associated with any long term health conditions. The fact that you have discussed this with your wife indicates you have a strong relationship with her. While being open allows both of you to maintain an intimate relationship. There is nothing wrong with either of you and this situation is a common occurrence.

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Can Masturbating Cause Any Health Problem In Elders?

Thanks for contacting HCM From your description you are concerned that masturbating can any health concerns. Masturbation has not been associated with any long term health conditions. The fact that you have discussed this with your wife indicates you have a strong relationship with her. While being open allows both of you to maintain an intimate relationship. There is nothing wrong with either of you and this situation is a common occurrence. Hope this answers your question. Please contact us again if you have questions or need help.