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I am masturbating for past 7 years one to two times a day. will it affect my bodybuilding gains and reduce my sperm count. how to reverse the effects?

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Dr. Karen Dantin answered

?: Do not know if it will affect body building. Just decreasing frequently may help if you are noticing any issues.

Answered 2/2/2014

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Masturbation: No. Masturbation has no health consequences in general. Masturbation is done by all boys ands men. It does not change your muscles or sperm count.

Dr Steiner agreed

Answered 8/2/2016

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A member asked:

I am masturbating for past 7 years one to two times a day. will it affect my bodybuilding gains and reduce my sperm count. how to reverse the effects?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Karen Dantin answered

Dr. Robert Killian answered

Dr Steiner agreed

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