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  • 20/02/2025

I've been wondering if masturbating a lot could mess with my testosterone levels. I've been doing it around 23 times a day for the last five years, and I'm not seeing much facial hair growth. Could there be a connection?

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it's normal

Dr. Ranjith Suggests...

Consult a Endocrinologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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