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A member asked:

Is it safe to masturbate with epididymitis? i have been given 500mg cipro (ciprofloxacin). the pain started when i masturbated 4 days ago

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Epdidymis: It is safe but it will certain cause discomfort and delay the healing process

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/23/2021

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