Patient's question:
I have the habit of masturbation for 12 years, and I have been married for 6 years. I still have the habit of masturbation after marriage. Since marriage until now, we haven't had any children. My wife went for a physical examination, and there were no problems, so I suspect whether my masturbation is causing infertility?Doctor's answer:
Hello:From a physiological perspective, moderate masturbation can help alleviate and relieve sexual impulses and tension during adolescence, and it does not cause any harm to others. It is a very normal form of self-pleasure, and it also poses no significant harm to the body. Only those who engage in excessive masturbation (even as frequently as 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 it can cause include:
(1) Central nervous system and systemic symptoms such as depression, reduced memory, difficulty concentrating, impaired understanding, insomnia, frequent dreams, dizziness, palpitations, etc.
(2) Urological and reproductive system disorders, such as chronic prostatitis causing frequent urination, white discharge at the end of urination, discomfort in the lower abdomen and perineum, 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 medical treatment if necessary. Wishing you good health.