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A member asked:

I recently have redness after masterbation, could friction cause this pain.,?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Frederick Dattel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes: Yes this could be as a result of friction

Dr Lipkin agreed

Answered 7/28/2015

2.5k views

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