Masturbation is when a person stimulates their genitals for the purpose of sexual pleasure, which may or may not result in an orgasm. Masturbation is prevalent among men and women of all ages, and it affect the formation of healthy relationships. It is done for a variety of reasons. These include pleasure, enjoyment, fun, and tension release. Some people masturbate by themselves, while others do so with a companion. This article examines its potential side effects, according to Healthline.com.

Potential Side Effects.

1. Guilt

It does not have any negative consequences. Some people, on the other hand, may feel guilty about masturbating or suffer from chronic masturbation. Because of cultural, spiritual, or religious convictions, some people may feel guilty about masturbating.

2. If they are overly abrasive, some people may have chafing or irritated skin, although this generally goes away within a few days. If males masturbate repeatedly in a short period, they may develop edema or minor swelling of the manhood. This swelling normally goes away within a few days.

3. Reduced sexual sensitivity.

Men who use an aggressive strategy, such as gripping their private organs too tightly, may have decreased sensation.

4. It affects your sexual life.

Without a doubt, aids in maintaining sexual activity. However, if you overdo it, it may affect your life. This is because touching or stroking your organs teaches your brain a single deed. And once you perform it frequently, your brain and body get off only in your solo response. This can impact your sexual relationship with your partner.

5. Addiction

It can lead to addiction in some people. If masturbation leads you to skip tasks or daily activities, miss work or school, cancel plans with friends or family, or miss crucial social occasions, you may be spending too much time masturbating. Masturbation addiction can harm your relationships and other aspects of your life. When done excessively it might cause interruptions in your work or education, lowering productivity.