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A 26-year-old male asked:
Is it harnful to masterbate?
2 doctor answers • 7 doctors weighed in
Dr. Brian Wittanswered
Specializes in Internal Medicine
No: This is natural and perfectly healthy (as long as not interfering with sex with a partner). It is our bodies natural way to relieve sexual tension. Masturbation can also help with sexual gratification as you learn your body.
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Dr. George Klauberanswered
Specializes in Pediatric Urology
Not unless excessive: Masturbation is natural and normal.
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Dr. Randy Bakeranswered
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YES: Masturbation is a common behavior- see http://www.sexualityandu.ca/sexual-health/what_is_masturbation/statistics
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Is it normal to masturbate?
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How often can I masturbate?
Dr. Danny Proffittanswered
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Depends: Masturbation is a normal biologic process. If carried to an extreme it becomes a problem. If you r getting a sense of satisfaction & you have an urge... Read More
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