The relationship between masturbation and the risk of prostate cancer is currently inconsistent in research results. Some studies have shown that frequent ejaculation may be associated with a reduced risk of prostate cancer, while others have failed to confirm this association. Here is information on the relationship between masturbation and the risk of prostate cancer:
Research Findings on Masturbation and Prostate Cancer Risk
• Harvard University Study: A study published in the "European Urology" journal found that men who ejaculate more than 21 times a month may significantly reduce their risk of prostate cancer. Specifically, the risk of prostate cancer was reduced by 19% when men aged 2029 ejaculated more than 21 times a month; while for men aged 4049, it was reduced by 22%.
• Australian Study: Another study found that compared with men who ejaculate less than 23 times a week, men who ejaculate an average of 57 times a week had a 36% lower risk of developing prostate cancer before the age of 70.
Possible Impact of Masturbation on Prostate Health
• Prostate Health: Moderate masturbation is considered harmless to the body and can prevent prostate diseases, including prostatitis, benign prostatic hyperplasia, etc., but it cannot prevent prostate cancer.
• Potential Risks of Frequent Masturbation: Frequent masturbation may cause congestion and edema of the prostate, thereby inducing or aggravating prostaterelated diseases, such as prostatitis and benign prostatic hyperplasia. And the longterm existence of these diseases will increase the risk of prostate cancer.
Other Risk Factors for Prostate Cancer
• Genetic Factors: The presence of prostate cancer patients in the family will significantly increase the risk of cancer for others.
• Lifestyle Factors: High androgen levels, longterm highfat diet, obesity, and racial differences are also closely related to the incidence of prostate cancer.
