I'm unmarried and usually masturbate 2 or 3 times a week. I'm worried if this could affect my health or sexual life in the future. Is there anything I should do to stop or reduce it? Could it be causing any internal issues that I should know about?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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5+ Yrs

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Masturbation, in moderation, is a normal and healthy part of human sexuality, and it's unlikely to cause significant harm to your physical or sexual health; however, excessive masturbation can lead to issues like fatigue, guilt, or decreased sensitivity; to maintain a healthy balance, consider setting limits, engaging in other hobbies, and practicing relaxation techniques,

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