Chronic masturbation is an activity whereby one stimulates their genitals with their own hands to produce orgasm. It has been widely accepted that it does not have any negative effects on health. However, some people still believe that chronic masturbation can lead to several physical and mental disorders such as blindness, infertility, acne, and hair loss. This misconception dates back to ancient times when religious authorities believed that masturbating would cause these symptoms. They stated that if someone masturbated too much, they were going against nature's way and God's will, which was punishable by these symptoms. Despite this belief being long debunked, people still hold onto it because of its widespread acceptance among society. Scientifically speaking, there are no known links between chronic masturbation and these conditions. Masturbation involves rubbing your penis or clitoris until you feel pleasure, which leads to an orgasm. During this process, blood flow increases to the pelvic area, causing the heart rate and breathing to accelerate. Additionally, hormones like dopamine and oxytocin are released into the body, making a person feel good about themselves. If you feel guilty after masturbating, guilt-inducing behaviors may develop, but this feeling goes away after repeated practice.
There is no evidence linking chronic masturbation to physical disorders like blindness or hair loss. Blindness occurs due to problems with the eyes or optic nerves while hair loss may be caused by genetics, age, stress, hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, drugs, disease, or chemotherapy. Similarly, fertility issues can arise from various factors including poor diet, lifestyle choices, environmental pollution, medical history, or drug use. It's also important to note that there are cases where excessive masturbation does cause skin irritation on the hands and fingers. This condition is called pruritus, and it happens when the skin becomes dry, red, swollen, flaky, or rough. To prevent this issue, use lubricants like water-based lotions or gels before self-stimulation. Moreover, if you have sensitive skin, you should wear gloves during masturbation to minimize friction and contact dermatitis. Overall, chronic masturbation does not lead to any long-term health effects and should not be considered harmful in moderation. In conclusion, myths surrounding masturbation's negative impact on health have been debunked through scientific research. Chronic masturbation has no adverse effects on one's vision or appearance and only causes minor skin irritation if precautions aren't taken.