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Im a 23 year old male. i have masturbated since mid teens without lubricant, until recently. never had pain. just worried i made my shaft skin really loose when flaccid. i am circumcised. never thought i was hurting my skin before. is it normal?
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You did not hurt your skin by masturbating. Though it would be useful to find other ways to amuse yourself, e.g., through a hobby. Get HPV vaccine. Wish you good health! Safe sex: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/safer-sex-guidelines
Answered 12/16/2022
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You have not hurt anything. Your penile skin has just become spple and more mobile. Not to worry
Answered 12/17/2022
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