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A member asked:

I have to catheterize myself. every time i go to do it i get erection. why is that and is it normal.

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Can be: Any handling or stimulation of the penis can cause an erection. I assume you wait for the erection to subside before catheterizing yourself. Try cold applications to the penis to avoid getting erect.

Answered 8/19/2015

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NothingWrongWith It: There is nothing wrong with it and it may be normal for you

Dr Italia and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/19/2015

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