Penis & Testicle Concerns / Question
Published: November 24, 1999

Dear TeenHealthFX,

In the morning, my bed is wet. Is this a wet dream? What is that and what can I do to stop it?

Signed: Wet Dreams

Dear Wet Dreams,

 

You have not told me your age or told me how long you have been experiencing this situation. If you had told me that you were a teenage male I would assure you that it sounded like a wet dream, a natural response to sexual urges. Although this can seem embarrassing, it is normal. Wet dreams occur when a male becomes aroused and semen is ejaculated. If your concerns persist, contact your doctor or the teen health center in your neighborhood to express your concerns.

Signed: TeenHealthFX

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