A 37-year-old male asked:
My son is 10 and ive noticed that he has wet dreams and that hes probably maturbating in the shower(taking long showers). and im wondering if thats normal for his age or even possible to have orgasms and produce semen at this age?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Birendra Tandananswered
Urology 36 years experience
You had a son at age 12? It is unusual at age 10, but if he has wet dreams he has become an adolescent and if so he will produce semen and sometimes masturbate. It is best you have the pediatrician check him.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Answered May 06, 2022
Last updated May 6, 2022
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
$44 video appointments with $19/month membership*
*Billed $57 every 3 months. Cancel anytime.
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.