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Question
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I use a showerhead that has a powerful water massage to masturbate and reach
orgasm. Is this bad for my body?
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Answer
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Using a shower massager is one of the tried-and-true ways of reaching orgasm for
many women. In fact, one study showed this method to be the third most common
way that women discovered orgasm (just after hands and rubbing against
an object).
It is very hard to cause damage to your body by masturbating, no matter how
you do it. Just use your body as a guide: If something feels painful, then
stop. But there is no harm from using a shower massager. About the worst
thing that could happen is that if a lot of water were to enter your vagina
it could upset the natural balance and make you susceptible to a yeast
infection. If you want to avoid this, concentrate the water on the outside
and don't put the shower massager directly up against or inside your vagina.
Otherwise, relax and enjoy!
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Best,
Dr. Sandor Gardos
MyPleasure provides up-to-date and useful sexual education materials in combination
with a store that allows people to buy, try, and learn about new aspects of
sexuality. We believe everybody deserves a great sex life.
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