Patient's question:
I am 21 years old, and my girlfriend and I work in different places. I soon developed the habit of masturbation. Now, I have some swelling in my lower body and don't know if the problem is serious.How can I break this bad habit?
First follow-up question: Can you be more specific?
Doctor's answer:
Hello: It is essential for you to actively abstain from masturbation because your current condition may very likely indicate the possibility of prostatitis.Methods for Abstaining from Masturbation:
1. Bedding should be light and not too warm.
2. Wash the genital area and lower back with cold water before going to bed.
3. Eliminate desires before sleep and silently recite a mantra or visualize the Pure Land until falling asleep.
4. Go to bed late and wake up early.
5. Engage in light physical exercise.
6. Practice seated meditation with the "impure views" (refer to the "Nine Views of Impurity" in the "Essentials of Buddhist Practice at Home").
7. Avoid reading books or watching erotic films, and refrain from speaking obscene words.
8. Eat a light dinner and avoid stimulating foods such as tobacco, alcohol, chili peppers, coffee, and strong tea. After marriage, masturbation will naturally cease.