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Does Masturbation Cause Weaker Erections?

I used to masturbate everyday for some time. Recently, I have been spacing out my masturbation sessions because my erections haven't been as "strong" as they used to be. If I cut off masturbation completely, how long will I have to wait before I get my "strong" erections again?
Mon, 27 Jun 2016
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Hi,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I understand your concern.
Masturbation is a healthy physiological phenomenon. It is a natural and normal act practised by most men. It does not cause any adverse effect like premature ejaculation or erectile dysfunction or decrease fertility.
On the contrary, it might help to release psychological stress and produce good quality of new sperms, when done properly.
However, it should not be done too frequently as it can cause physical exhaustion.
Since you were doing it everyday, you have not giving enough time for the tissues to recover back to normal. You need not cut off masturbation completely. Once you space it properly, you should be able to regain good erection within few weeks.
Kindly practice behavioural therapy like 'pause and squeeze' technique regularly.
Include in your diet - almonds, banana, pineapple, saffron, cardamom, figs, honey and pumpkin, which are known to increase the blood flow to the penis and help to initiate and sustain erection.
Gradually,you should overcome the problem.
Hope the information provided would be helpful.
All the best.
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Does Masturbation Cause Weaker Erections?

Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. I understand your concern. Masturbation is a healthy physiological phenomenon. It is a natural and normal act practised by most men. It does not cause any adverse effect like premature ejaculation or erectile dysfunction or decrease fertility. On the contrary, it might help to release psychological stress and produce good quality of new sperms, when done properly. However, it should not be done too frequently as it can cause physical exhaustion. Since you were doing it everyday, you have not giving enough time for the tissues to recover back to normal. You need not cut off masturbation completely. Once you space it properly, you should be able to regain good erection within few weeks. Kindly practice behavioural therapy like pause and squeeze technique regularly. Include in your diet - almonds, banana, pineapple, saffron, cardamom, figs, honey and pumpkin, which are known to increase the blood flow to the penis and help to initiate and sustain erection. Gradually,you should overcome the problem. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best.