India
A 19-year-old male asked:
Does masturbation causes muscle loss?
2 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Robert Kwokanswered
Pediatrics 35 years experience
No: Because muscles are being used (for example, the muscles in the hands and arms), the muscles can become a bit more toned but probably not larger (unless one is spending way too much time with this activity).
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Dr. Ed Friedlanderanswered
Pathology 46 years experience
No: Somebody has told you a lie to try to frighten you. This is somebody you probably want to avoid. You are a 19 year old man and essentially all of your peers enjoy their bodies in this way. It helps keep you focused and able to do other things you need to do; it also lets your learn about your mind and body to prepare you for adult life.
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Last updated Sep 18, 2017
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