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I am 17 years old and can over masturbation cause prostatitis as i seem to have the symptoms but my urologist says i am completely fine?
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No: Masturbation does not cause prostatitis! Give it a short rest!
Answered 3/25/2022
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Masturbation: If you are in care of a urologist then I would say he is accurate in his diagnosis
Answered 12/21/2016
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I really appreciate your help, I just need to know for a fact that not masturbating won't cause prostatitis or any other harm. Thank you for your time?
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