Could Frequent Masturbation Be The Problem?

Published: May 29, 2018
Dear TeenHealthFX,
I am 13. Sometimes when I have an erection, my right testicle starts to hurt. It aches a lot and makes it hard to walk around. It only stops hurting when the erection goes away. It looks normal and is not any bigger. Could frequent masturbation be the problem?
Signed: Could Frequent Masturbation Be The Problem?

Dear Could Frequent Masturbation Be The Problem?,

It is unlikely that frequent masturbation is the reason for this. However, since FX cannot make any definitive diagnoses over the web, we do recommend you check in with your primary care physician or an adolescent medicine specialist about it.

If you don't have a doctor and live in northern New Jersey, you can call the Adolescent/Young Adult Center for Health at 973-971-5199 for an appointment with an adolescent medicine specialist or contact your local teen health center or Planned Parenthood. A Planned Parenthood health center is a good option if you have concerns about cost or confidentiality issues. You can also contact your insurance company for a list of in-network providers.

Signed: TeenHealthFX

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