Patient's question:
At the age of 14, after watching porn, I started masturbating, almost every day or every other day. Now my penis is still small. What should I do? Has it affected the development of my penis? Will it grow anymore?Doctor's answer:
Hello:From a physiological perspective, moderate masturbation can help alleviate and relieve sexual impulses and tension during puberty, and it does not cause any harm to others. It is a very normal form of self-pleasure, and it poses no significant harm to the body. Only those who masturbate excessively (even up to 1-2 times per day) may experience noticeable fatigue and discomfort.
For most people, the psychological burden after masturbation may be more impactful on their well-being than the physical effects of masturbation itself. The main harms are manifested as:
(1) Central nervous system and systemic symptoms such as depression, reduced memory, poor concentration, impaired understanding, insomnia, frequent dreams, dizziness, palpitations, etc.
(2) Urogenital system diseases, such as chronic prostatitis, which can cause symptoms like frequent urination, white discharge at the end of urination, lower abdominal and perineal discomfort, lower back pain and weakness, reduced libido, impotence, premature ejaculation, and anejaculation.
It is recommended that you break the unhealthy habit of masturbation and seek timely and appropriate treatment if necessary. Wishing you good health!