Penis & Testicle Concerns / Question
Published: June 11, 2002
Dear TeenHealthFX,
What kind of underwear is best for your testicles, boxers or briefs? My friend told me that briefs can hurt your testicles but another friend said that no support will hurt them too.
Signed: What Underwear
Dear What Underwear,
This issue of what type of underwear is best for a man to wear has been under question for sometime. Both of your friends are right - sort of.
Briefs do not actually hurt your testicles but when used over long periods of time may have a possibility of causing decreased fertility in some males. The reasoning behind this finding is that briefs hold the male testicles close under the body and the continued exposure to 98 degrees can cause the male's sperm supply to become damaged or reduced.
Briefs have their benefits as well. When exercising or doing a great deal of activity your testicles need support so you may want to consider wearing briefs when you know that you will be doing activity. Bouncing and damage through contact sports can also be harmful.
Many men find that boxers are more comfortable than briefs. They have the benefit of not overheating the testicles but do not provide support during heavy activity.
TeenHealthFX recommends that you wear the underwear that is most comfortable for you and take into account the type of activity you will doing. Boxers or briefs - it is a matter of personal preference.
Signed: TeenHealthFX
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