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Do Masturbation Have Any Side Effects?

sir i just want to know whether the mastrubation in teen age (18-26 years) would effect our capability of involving our self with our wife after marriage .Do mastrubation have side effect such infertility and other ,whitining of the hairs,pimples on face,wrinkles on face,weakness , please help in this
Sat, 19 Apr 2014
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Hi and welcome to HCM.

Masturbation is very common among adults, it can be a route to safer sex, to help prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. It allows for sexual pleasuring for those who are not ready to engage in vaginal, anal or oral sex. It allows people to become familiar and comfortable with their body. For men, it can help them increase ejaculatory control and manage rapid or delayed ejaculation.

There are no harmful side effects of masturbation. Medical science has debunked many myths formally associated with masturbation, such as hair growing on the palms, insanity, or that masturbation will drain excessive energy from the body or wrinkles on face and other things which you have mentioned.

Some people report feeling guilty about masturbating. Negative feelings associated with any behavior can threaten a person’s health and well being

People often wonder about the normal amount of masturbation. Each person must decide for himself or herself how much to masturbate. Professionals agree that there are no physical or mental implications for frequent masturbation, unless it is symptomatic of an obsessive/compulsive disorder (OCD). Symptoms of OCD are repeatedly performing a behavior to the extent that it interferes with daily functioning, professional responsibilities, or personal relationship

Masturbation is a healthy sexual behavior. Like other behaviors, when over practiced or addicted it can lead to both psychological and physiological imbalances. Acceptable frequency of masturbation is 3-4 times per week and it is again subjective. If you masturbate daily and it is disturbing your daily routine then it is better to come out of that habit.

Try these methods
1.Avoid being lonely
2.Avoid watching porn if you have habit of watching
3.Develop new hobbies
4.Play outdoor games
5.Practice some meditataion techniques
6.If nothing helps then contact a professional

But remember masturbation will definitely not going to affect your future sexual life after marriage.

Regards
Dr Santosh
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Do Masturbation Have Any Side Effects?

Hi and welcome to HCM. Masturbation is very common among adults, it can be a route to safer sex, to help prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. It allows for sexual pleasuring for those who are not ready to engage in vaginal, anal or oral sex. It allows people to become familiar and comfortable with their body. For men, it can help them increase ejaculatory control and manage rapid or delayed ejaculation. There are no harmful side effects of masturbation. Medical science has debunked many myths formally associated with masturbation, such as hair growing on the palms, insanity, or that masturbation will drain excessive energy from the body or wrinkles on face and other things which you have mentioned. Some people report feeling guilty about masturbating. Negative feelings associated with any behavior can threaten a person’s health and well being People often wonder about the normal amount of masturbation. Each person must decide for himself or herself how much to masturbate. Professionals agree that there are no physical or mental implications for frequent masturbation, unless it is symptomatic of an obsessive/compulsive disorder (OCD). Symptoms of OCD are repeatedly performing a behavior to the extent that it interferes with daily functioning, professional responsibilities, or personal relationship Masturbation is a healthy sexual behavior. Like other behaviors, when over practiced or addicted it can lead to both psychological and physiological imbalances. Acceptable frequency of masturbation is 3-4 times per week and it is again subjective. If you masturbate daily and it is disturbing your daily routine then it is better to come out of that habit. Try these methods 1.Avoid being lonely 2.Avoid watching porn if you have habit of watching 3.Develop new hobbies 4.Play outdoor games 5.Practice some meditataion techniques 6.If nothing helps then contact a professional But remember masturbation will definitely not going to affect your future sexual life after marriage. Regards Dr Santosh