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Undergoing Treatment For Epididymitis. Pain In Testicles. Do I Need To Stop Masturbating?

I have been undergoing treatment for epididymitis and my testicles look normal but there is still a slight dull pain that is still there. My doctor suggested I try masturbating but when I do if I come close to climax right above my right testicle in my groin area gets a short stabbing pain. Should I continue to climax or take the pain as a sign to stop?
Thu, 13 Jun 2013
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Hi there ~

I understand your concerns. I believe that you are being treated for epididymitis. There is not a need to consider that masturbating will help with the pain, when in fact you are not going be affected by it. Masturbation may cause inflammation and worsen your epididymitis. I believe that you should not do this and wait for the course of your antibiotics to complete before you engage in any form of sexual activity. I hope this helps.

Take care and have a lovely day!
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Undergoing Treatment For Epididymitis. Pain In Testicles. Do I Need To Stop Masturbating?

Hi there ~ I understand your concerns. I believe that you are being treated for epididymitis. There is not a need to consider that masturbating will help with the pain, when in fact you are not going be affected by it. Masturbation may cause inflammation and worsen your epididymitis. I believe that you should not do this and wait for the course of your antibiotics to complete before you engage in any form of sexual activity. I hope this helps. Take care and have a lovely day!