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2020-05-06 17:07:16
Hello. I'm 20 years old and my height is 5'6" . Does masturbation affect growth and height of a person? I started masturbating from when i was 13 years old
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Answered2020-05-07 01:03:41

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Answered2020-05-06 17:13:38

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Answered2020-05-06 17:08:26

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Masturbation doesn't have any effects on height growth. But, excess masturbation is harmful. Once in a week or 10 days is fine. Height growth depends on genetic and other factors like diet, illness etc. Height growth post 18yrs is difficult.

Answered2020-05-06 17:50:01

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No it will not affect. It is a natural phenomenon. But excess of everything is bad. For height gain I can advise you some important lifestyle modifications
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Answered2020-05-06 17:11:45

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