Does Masturbation Affect Your Kidneys?

Many misinformations about masturbation are circulating on the internet. Masturbation is a serious matter.

• Won’t grow hair on your hands
• Erectile Dysfunction is not available to people.
• Your kidneys won’t be damaged

The myth that masturbation can affect your kidneys could have its roots in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

A small 2020 research revealed that the system’s proponents believed men with low kidney function (ShenKui), had poor sexual performance.

The idea that your kidneys held the semen was a myth. This could explain why frequent masturbation or ejaculation can cause imbalances in your body, leading to sickness.

But, this notion is not supported by science. No evidence suggests that masturbation or ejaculation can cause any health problems.

We’ll disprove the myth that masturbation damages your kidneys. Also, we’ll look at one condition where masturbation might help.

Does masturbation affect your kidneys?

No evidence has been found that masturbation can cause kidney damage. It is also not known if masturbation causes:

• Kidney disease
• Kidney disease
• Kidney pain

People mistakenly believe that a lack of nutrients and protein can cause kidney damage through semen. This idea is not supported by science.

nourish Sperm has very few nutrients. These nutrients have no significant effect on your health.

One 2013 Research Review showed that 100 milliliters (or 5.04g) of semen contained an average of 5.04g protein. This is equivalent to 0.25g per ejaculation.

You would need to consume 1/2 teaspoon of milk or 0.1 ounces chickpeas to replenish this amount.

Masturbation and kidney stone

Some evidence suggests that masturbation may be able to dispel kidney stone. A 2020 study examined the effects of masturbating three to four times per week to drop 5- to 10 millimeter stones.

Researchers found that masturbation combined with standard medical treatment was as effective as standard medical therapy combined with Tamsulosin. Although the study is interesting, more research is needed to fully understand it.

What are the advantages of masturbation

Only a few studies have examined the benefits of masturbation. The majority of research has focused on the benefits of ejaculation or orgasms.

Masturbating, however, releases hormones as well as chemicals such:

• Dopamine
• Endorphins
• Oxytocin
• Testosterone
• Prolactin

These hormone levels could be altered to provide benefits like:

• Improve your mood
• Stress and anxiety
• Promoting calmness
• helping you fall asleep

Masturbating can also be helpful for women with cramps.

Prostate cancer risk and ejaculation

Researchers found a negative relationship between ejaculation frequency (2016 Study) and the risk of developing Prostate Cancer.

Researchers found prostate cancer was less common in people who ejaculate more than 21 times per year than those who ejaculate 4-7 times per month.

It is important to remember that correlation does not necessarily mean causation. More research is required to fully understand the relationship between prostate cancer risk and ejaculation frequency.

Is there any risk of side effects from masturbation?

It isn’t known that masturbation can cause any health problems. There are however potential side effects that could be physical or emotional .

Guilt

Many people feel guilt after masturbating. This is often due to their religious, cultural or spiritual beliefs.

Masturbation can be a healthy and normal sexual activity. There’s no reason to feel shame. You may feel guilty masturbating. Talk to someone you trust, or a therapist specialising in sexual health.

Addiction

An masturbating obsession is a tendency to masturbate uncontrollably. Masturbation addiction is not a medical diagnosis. It’s still controversial whether it should be considered an addiction or a compulsion.

These are signs that you might have unhealthy masturbation behaviors

• Masturbation can disrupt your daily life
• It is difficult to think about masturbating without thinking about it.
• Even when you’re not aroused, you can masturbate
• Masturbating in public is prohibited
• Masturbating can negatively impact your relationships and social life
• Masturbation is used to manage negative emotions
• You can cancel events or plans to masturbate

While some people can manage masturbation addiction by themselves, many others find it helpful to speak with a sex therapy.

Side effects physical

Masturbating with an overly tight grip may cause a person with a penis to feel less sensitive. This condition is known as ” death grip syndrome“.

This can make it difficult to orgasm over time without repeating the same action.

Vaginal problems can lead to a similar condition in which your nerves are depressed by excessive pressure and masturbating.

You may be able to take a break from masturbating or change your pressure-using technique if you are experiencing desensitization.

Masturbation can cause soreness and chafing. You can take a break if this happens. Masturbating can be prevented by using lubrication.

What could cause pain in your kidneys following masturbation

Masturbating is unlikely to cause pain in the kidneys. Masturbating may cause pain in the lower back.

This pain can be relieved with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication and a heat pack.

Another possibility is that you are also suffering from kidney stones, or other kidney issues and you didn’t realize until you masturbated.

It’s possible to get a UTI if you don’t practice good hygiene when masturbating. Because of their shorter urethra, people with vaginal problems are more likely to develop a UTI than those with penises.

A UTI can be characterized by:

• Burning when you urinate
• Urination urges
• Abdominal pain
• Foul-smelling urine
• Cloudy urine
• Blood in your urine

UTIs can spread to the kidneys if left untreated. An kidney infection can be serious and requires immediate medical attention. It can also cause:

• Fever
• Sharp pain in the lower back
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Chills

It’s best to seek medical attention immediately if you experience any kind of discomfort after masturbating.

Takeaway

No scientific evidence has shown that masturbation causes kidney problems or other health issues. Masturbation could even be beneficial for your mood and sleep.

Masturbating is up to you. It’s up to you whether you want to do it or not.

Talking to a sex therapist, or someone you trust, can help you to address concerns about masturbating.