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I have a problem, every time i touch my thighs i get a weird feeling down my genital area its like a pulling feeling in the testicles.what is it please?

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Dr. John Weeks answered

Reflex: The cremasteric reflex causes the testicle to retract when the inner thigh on the same side is stroked. Perfectly normal.

Answered 6/14/2013

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A member asked:

I have a problem, every time i touch my thighs i get a weird feeling down my genital area its like a pulling feeling in the testicles.what is it please?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Weeks answered

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