In India, masturbation is still considered taboo. We do not openly talk about it even among our friends, let alone family members. Due to this orthodox culture, there are many misinformations associated with the act of masturbation. But it is an act to attain self-pleasure. Many people who masturbate occasionally or regularly feel afraid and guilty because of the myths and shame associated with it. Here we will discuss eight most common myths related to masturbation that you should not fall for-

8 Common Myths About Masturbation:

Many unscientific myths are associated with masturbation. Surprisingly, many of them are related to hair loss. The most common myths regarding masturbation are somehow related to hair. As for most of us, hair is an essential part of our identity. We are generally very conscious about our hair. This is why many people have this question in their minds- does masturbation cause hair fall? For this reason, many people feel scared to masturbate because they fear that it might make them bald. That’s why we will categorize the myths in two sections- i) Hair related myths & ii) Other myths.

 

Hair related Myths:

1.   Does Masturbation Cause Hairfall Due To Protein Loss?

The first hair-related myth about masturbation is, does masturbation cause hair fall because of protein loss? Many people think that as masturbation deprives your body of proteins, it is the main reason for your hair fall. But how true is that? While it is a fact that human ejaculation contains protein, studies show that the protein levels present in the semen are 5.04 grams per 100 milliliters, and that is not enough to cause hair fall. As the amount of protein per ejaculation is almost negligible, it does not deprive your hair of nourishment. So, if you are still asking, “does masturbation cause hair fall?”, the answer will be“No.”

Avoid the rumor that masturbation causes hair fall. Source: Times of India

2.  Does Masturbation Cause Hairfall By Causing Hormonal Imbalance?

The second common myth associated with masturbation is that does masturbation cause hair fall by increasing DHT hormones? In this context, the reason behind people asking does masturbation causes hair fall is that people think masturbation increases DHT level, causing hair fall. People believe that increased ejaculation leads to increased testosterone levels which can be converted into DHT levels in your body resulting in hair loss. Though the DHT part is correct, it is not true that masturbation is related to hair fall. Furthermore, scientific studies have shown that testosterone levels were increased in males who did not masturbate for three weeks. This research proves that testosterone levels can increase when a person does not masturbate regularly, which can cause hair fall.

3.  Does Masturbation Cause Hairfall By Causing Dandruff?

The third myth related to hair is masturbation causes dandruff which eventually leads to hair fall. A scientific study that backs this myth is that masturbation causes hormonal imbalance in the body, which alters the PH of the scalp resulting in dandruff. However, it is a fact that hormonal imbalance can cause dandruff, and accumulation of dandruff over time can cause hair fall. But if you are still wondering- “does masturbation cause hair fall by causing dandruff?” the answer is no, it does not. Masturbation within moderation will not cause you dandruff. So, you don’t need to worry about that.

Other Myths:

1.  Does Masturbation Cause Pimples?

Among the myths other than hair fall, the most common one is that masturbation causes pimples. This assumption is not at all valid. Mainly, hormonal changes cause acne and pimples. Masturbation can also cause fluctuation in the hormonal levels, but this change is temporary. These changes disappear after you ejaculate. These hormonal changes are also negligible and do not contribute to pimples or acne.

2.  Does Masturbation Decrease Stamina?

The next popular myth is masturbation decreases stamina. Many believe that masturbation and ejaculation will reduce your testosterone levels, and this, in turn, will reduce your stamina. But this is not true. You might feel tired temporarily correct after you ejaculate. But this tiredness will disappear after some rest. Masturbation within limits does not decrease your stamina.

3.  Does Masturbation Decrease Penis Size?

Funnily enough, many people believe that if you masturbate regularly, your penis size will decrease. This assumption is baseless. Your penis is a fully developed organ. Masturbation, in no way, can push it in by making its size smaller. So do not believe in such myths. There is no scientific study to support this myth.

4. Does Masturbation Cause Erectile Dysfunction?

There is another great myth concerning masturbation that says that masturbation can cause erectile dysfunction. The reality is that when you are used to a particular touch, you become habituated to its sensation and may find it challenging to have an orgasm with your partner. But that does not mean that masturbation causes erectile dysfunction.

5.  Does Masturbation Have any Benefits?

The last myth in this list is that many people believe masturbation does not have any health-related benefits. But this is not true. Masturbating can reduce stress by reducing stress hormones. When you get orgasm after masturbating, it boosts your blood circulation to your body and improves your stamina.

So, after discussing the most common myths related to masturbation and debunking them with scientific explanations, we can safely say that masturbation is not harmful to your body if done within limits. Instead, masturbation helps you know your body better and makes you more comfortable in your skin.