Masturbation Causes Cancer

TESLATOM · 02-04-2009, 06:16 AM

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Area-51 · 02-04-2009, 06:39 AM

Sounds kind of serious, but I laughed, when I read the description hehe.

Truthed · 02-04-2009, 09:15 AM

Weird, I heard the EXACT opposite:

Quote:

How ejaculation helps reduce prostate cancer
An epidemiological study of 30,000 American men by Michael Leitzman, a cancer researcher at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland, has found that men who enjoy an active sex life do not risk prostate cancer in later life.
There has been a suggested link with greater sexual activity and increased incidents of prostate cancer in previous scientific data because of the link with the male hormone testosterone and its effect on promoting cancer cell growth.
Leitzmann's findings were that men who ejaculate between 13 and 20 times a month had a 14% lower risk of prostate cancer that men who ejaculated on average, between 4 and 7 times a month for most of their adult life. Men who ejaculated upwards of 21 times a month had a 33% lower lifetime risk of prostate cancer than the baseline group.

Websites that say the same thing, just to list a few:

http://menshealth.about.com/cs/prost...late_ptate.htm

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&sourc...3cqXd8l08g7Z4g

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&sourc...yd3ekTGgdx4Ubg

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prostate_cancer

PS - the 30,000 men study trumps your 800 men study hahah lol

Tecnos · 02-04-2009, 11:53 AM

Are you sure it's the risk of prostrate and testicular cancer that is increased? What about eye cancer?

I always thought that the five knuckle shuffle turned blokes blind!?

Seriously though.....

Young men who are sexually active with more than one person face an increased risk of prostate cancer in later life. Research to emerge from the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm points to sexual promiscuity as a leading risk factor in contracting human papilloma virus (HPV). Already linked to cervical cancer in women, HPV may explain why there has been a recent upsurge in prostate cancer in men. If correct, the theory is that once young men are exposed to HPV it kick-starts a chain of genetic mutations that can eventually lead to cancer decades later.

kidflash2008 · 02-04-2009, 11:56 AM

My boys' would of developed all types of cancer if masturbation was the cause of it (it's OK, they joke about masturbation all the time). I think the researchers have too much time on their hands, and need to start finding a cure for diseases instead of asking men about their sexual practices.

Tecnos · 02-04-2009, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Weird, I heard the EXACT opposite:

I too was under the impression that if you kept your 'cannon wheels' serviced, that chances are that they would provide a near lifetime of faithful service......

Tecnos · 02-04-2009, 02:40 PM

Joking aside for a second.........

To check for lumps on the testes, follow this advice (It sounds about right to me):

Testicular Lumps (link):

Written by Dr Ian Banks, GP

Why self-examine?

Things can go wrong with your testicles slowly, quickly or very fast indeed.

A few conditions that affect the testicles are serious, but most are not so being obsessed or frightened for no good reason is undesirable.

Knowing what your testicles normally feel and look like makes good sense so that changes can be spotted and advice sought quickly if needed. Getting the balance right is the name of the ball game!

Signs to watch out for:

* a lump in one testicle

* pain and tenderness in either testicle

* discharge or pus from the penis

* blood in the sperm at ejaculation

* a build-up of fluid inside the scrotum

* a heavy or dragging feeling in the groin or scrotum

* an enlargement of the breasts with or without tenderness

* an increase in size of a testicle (one testicle is normally larger then the other but the size and shape should remain more or less the same).

How to check your testicles

Check your testicles monthly in the following manner:

* do the self-examination lying in a warm bath or while having a long shower, as this softens the skin of the scrotum (skin sac that holds the testicles), which makes it easier to feel the testicles inside.

* examine the scrotum, looking for any lumps on the skin or swellings inside.

* cradle the whole scrotum and testicles in the palm of your hand and feel the difference between the testicles. One is almost always larger and lying lower. This is completely normal.

* examine each testicle in turn, and then compare them with each other. Use both hands and gently roll each testicle between thumb and forefinger.

* Check for any lumps or swellings as both testicles should be smooth except where the duct that carries sperm to the penis, the epididymis, runs. This lies along the top and back of the testicle and normally feels bumpy.

Testicular cancer represents only 1 per cent of all cancers in men, but it is the single biggest cause of cancer-related deaths in men aged 15 to 35 years in the UK.

Currently, about 1500 men a year (around 1 in 400) develop the disease in the UK. Unfortunately, the number of UK cases has trebled in the past 25 years and is still rising.

Although testicular cancer is rare, it is not at all uncommon to find a lump in your testicles. There are many conditions that can be easily confused with testicular cancer, and most of them are not anything like as serious.

If you have performed a self-examination and found a lump, you are advised to go to your doctor for further examination; but before you go you might like to read more about testicular lumps and bumps.

It appears that prostrate problems are trickier to detect, but this seems sound advice:

Prostrate Health (link):

Each year more and more men will suffer with prostate problems and especially those over 50 years old. Some men will not know they have a problem and will put the symptoms down to simple wear and tear of the body.

The prostate gland sits between the penis and the anus just underneath the bladder and is responsible for supplying seminal fluid on ejaculation. As you get older this gland tends to swell which interrupts the flow of urine so that you will find that you have a weak flow, and in most cases you will have to get out of bed several times in the night to urinate.

By doing this your body is being deprived of valuable sleep, which will after awhile will alter your general health.

In a lot of cases the swelling of the prostate gland is often down to high blood pressure, and it is always recommended once you’re over the age of 50 to have your blood pressure checked at least once a year if not more often.

On the negative side of things prostate Cancer is on the increase and if you do report to your Doctor that your having problems by getting out of bed several times to urinate he will then take a simple blood test to have you checked out for Cancer.

Not all prostate problems are cancerous yet it is always best to be safe than have the cancer cells divide and going to all parts of the body.

So what should you do if you think you are having prostate problems?

- Number 1 is to book an appointment with your Doctor

- Number 2 is to let your Doctor check you’re prostate and take a blood test.

- Number 3 is to let your Doctor take your blood pressure.

From there the Doctor will prescribe blood pressure tablets should the reading be high, and then you will have to wait for the results of the blood tests. Normally this takes a few days and then the problem can be redressed.

For just a simple swelling of the prostate through high blood pressure a course of tablets can be prescribed. A lot of Doctors tend to prescribe Tamusulosin which will take down the swelling and help you get a decent nights sleep.

If your blood tests come back showing prostate cancer you will be sent to see an Urologist who will explain what needs to be done to cure you. Please remember that the sooner you do this the better the chances of a cure.

As a last note I must offer a word of warning about the drug Tamusulosin that it can affect your ejaculation and if this is something you’re worried about it is best to talk this over with your Doctor.

Ivan Hince writes articles on Medical and Alternative medical health. For more information on prostrate problems or information on any other medical condition please go to the following website. http://www.find-the-info.com/prostrateproblem.htm

kidflash2008 · 02-05-2009, 10:04 AM

Many people will not see a doctor until it is too late, or they have cancer. I have taught my boys to examine themselves and not be embarrassed if something does not feel right or look right. They will come to me about it and then I will take them to the doctor to get a check up.
I don't think it really has to do with masturbation, but preventive maintenance and check-ups.

02-04-2009, 06:16 AM	#1
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02-04-2009, 11:53 AM	#4
Tecnos Investigator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: UK Posts: 417	Are you sure it's the risk of prostrate and testicular cancer that is increased? What about eye cancer? I always thought that the five knuckle shuffle turned blokes blind!? Seriously though..... Young men who are sexually active with more than one person face an increased risk of prostate cancer in later life. Research to emerge from the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm points to sexual promiscuity as a leading risk factor in contracting human papilloma virus (HPV). Already linked to cervical cancer in women, HPV may explain why there has been a recent upsurge in prostate cancer in men. If correct, the theory is that once young men are exposed to HPV it kick-starts a chain of genetic mutations that can eventually lead to cancer decades later. __________________ Last edited by Tecnos; 02-04-2009 at 12:27 PM.

02-04-2009, 02:40 PM	#7
Tecnos Investigator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: UK Posts: 417	Joking aside for a second......... To check for lumps on the testes, follow this advice (It sounds about right to me): Testicular Lumps (link): Written by Dr Ian Banks, GP Why self-examine? Things can go wrong with your testicles slowly, quickly or very fast indeed. A few conditions that affect the testicles are serious, but most are not so being obsessed or frightened for no good reason is undesirable. Knowing what your testicles normally feel and look like makes good sense so that changes can be spotted and advice sought quickly if needed. Getting the balance right is the name of the ball game! Signs to watch out for: * a lump in one testicle * pain and tenderness in either testicle * discharge or pus from the penis * blood in the sperm at ejaculation * a build-up of fluid inside the scrotum * a heavy or dragging feeling in the groin or scrotum * an enlargement of the breasts with or without tenderness * an increase in size of a testicle (one testicle is normally larger then the other but the size and shape should remain more or less the same). How to check your testicles Check your testicles monthly in the following manner: * do the self-examination lying in a warm bath or while having a long shower, as this softens the skin of the scrotum (skin sac that holds the testicles), which makes it easier to feel the testicles inside. * examine the scrotum, looking for any lumps on the skin or swellings inside. * cradle the whole scrotum and testicles in the palm of your hand and feel the difference between the testicles. One is almost always larger and lying lower. This is completely normal. * examine each testicle in turn, and then compare them with each other. Use both hands and gently roll each testicle between thumb and forefinger. * Check for any lumps or swellings as both testicles should be smooth except where the duct that carries sperm to the penis, the epididymis, runs. This lies along the top and back of the testicle and normally feels bumpy. Testicular cancer represents only 1 per cent of all cancers in men, but it is the single biggest cause of cancer-related deaths in men aged 15 to 35 years in the UK. Currently, about 1500 men a year (around 1 in 400) develop the disease in the UK. Unfortunately, the number of UK cases has trebled in the past 25 years and is still rising. Although testicular cancer is rare, it is not at all uncommon to find a lump in your testicles. There are many conditions that can be easily confused with testicular cancer, and most of them are not anything like as serious. If you have performed a self-examination and found a lump, you are advised to go to your doctor for further examination; but before you go you might like to read more about testicular lumps and bumps. It appears that prostrate problems are trickier to detect, but this seems sound advice: Prostrate Health (link): Each year more and more men will suffer with prostate problems and especially those over 50 years old. Some men will not know they have a problem and will put the symptoms down to simple wear and tear of the body. The prostate gland sits between the penis and the anus just underneath the bladder and is responsible for supplying seminal fluid on ejaculation. As you get older this gland tends to swell which interrupts the flow of urine so that you will find that you have a weak flow, and in most cases you will have to get out of bed several times in the night to urinate. By doing this your body is being deprived of valuable sleep, which will after awhile will alter your general health. In a lot of cases the swelling of the prostate gland is often down to high blood pressure, and it is always recommended once you’re over the age of 50 to have your blood pressure checked at least once a year if not more often. On the negative side of things prostate Cancer is on the increase and if you do report to your Doctor that your having problems by getting out of bed several times to urinate he will then take a simple blood test to have you checked out for Cancer. Not all prostate problems are cancerous yet it is always best to be safe than have the cancer cells divide and going to all parts of the body. So what should you do if you think you are having prostate problems? - Number 1 is to book an appointment with your Doctor - Number 2 is to let your Doctor check you’re prostate and take a blood test. - Number 3 is to let your Doctor take your blood pressure. From there the Doctor will prescribe blood pressure tablets should the reading be high, and then you will have to wait for the results of the blood tests. Normally this takes a few days and then the problem can be redressed. For just a simple swelling of the prostate through high blood pressure a course of tablets can be prescribed. A lot of Doctors tend to prescribe Tamusulosin which will take down the swelling and help you get a decent nights sleep. If your blood tests come back showing prostate cancer you will be sent to see an Urologist who will explain what needs to be done to cure you. Please remember that the sooner you do this the better the chances of a cure. As a last note I must offer a word of warning about the drug Tamusulosin that it can affect your ejaculation and if this is something you’re worried about it is best to talk this over with your Doctor. Ivan Hince writes articles on Medical and Alternative medical health. For more information on prostrate problems or information on any other medical condition please go to the following website. http://www.find-the-info.com/prostrateproblem.htm __________________ Last edited by Tecnos; 02-04-2009 at 02:45 PM.

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02-04-2009, 06:39 AM	#2
Area-51 Investigator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Germany Posts: 433	Sounds kind of serious, but I laughed, when I read the description hehe.

02-04-2009, 11:56 AM	#5
kidflash2008 Senior Investigator Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 1,726	My boys' would of developed all types of cancer if masturbation was the cause of it (it's OK, they joke about masturbation all the time). I think the researchers have too much time on their hands, and need to start finding a cure for diseases instead of asking men about their sexual practices.

02-05-2009, 10:04 AM	#8
kidflash2008 Senior Investigator Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 1,726	Many people will not see a doctor until it is too late, or they have cancer. I have taught my boys to examine themselves and not be embarrassed if something does not feel right or look right. They will come to me about it and then I will take them to the doctor to get a check up. I don't think it really has to do with masturbation, but preventive maintenance and check-ups.