My penis and testicles shrink to almost child size proportions while exercising

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This very problem has plagued me for years as well and it was until reading this thread that I actually thought I was alone on this one! I have been too embarrassed to see a doctor about the issue and have almost gotten used to it in a way, although it makes public showering about impossible for me. I can feel things down there seemingly constantly fluctuating in size or moving around... very odd but I'm relieved to hear others are experiencing it as well.

It tends to be worst when I'm nervous about something, or during/following workout or sports - although it is pretty much always happening to a lesser extent. Any further updates?

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i recently stoped taking steriods and notices all these problems . Development of male breats , increased body fat around the stomach , and a a major concern is the skrinkage of the penis. It changed dramtically, at least 2 inches in lenght. I wanted to know if there is anyone whos knows of a treatment

jareda34 · Newbie Joined: 07 Jun 2008 Posts: 1

Below are several things to try and explanation about them.

It may help to do stretching after working out to help with the muscle inflamation. I know it seems counter intuitive from a penis perspective, but cold water helps with inflamation of muscles. Your penus may stay shrunk and hurt with the cold water, but if inflamation is the problem then you should work on the inflamation. Omega-3's are a natural anti inflamatory. So if you are having inflamation problems you might want to look at your diet and stop eating things that help put your body into an inflamed state above what the exercise is going to do. Inflamation is one of the largest problems in the human system today (in America at least) mostly due to our diet. I would recommend taking omega-3 supplementation and see if that helps. I would recommend fish oil instead of something like flax since your body doesn't have to convert the ALA to DHA and EPA. You want something that is high in DHA and EPA not something that is mostly ALA. Cod is supposed to be one of the best fish oils. Make sure though it is good quality so it doesn't have the mercury contamination. You get a good amount of omega 6's (natural inflamatory) when you eat things like processed foods and fried food. You may want to avoid those types of foods. Many of you have said this is a sudden onset. It may actually be after years of bad diet. You may want to look at your diet to see what can change to help put your body into a more balanced state. Inflamation is really bad in your veins and arteries since it is really the leading cause of heart attacks and stroke. Yes colesterol is bad, but if you don't have the inflamation it isn't going to be needed to stick to your arterial walls due to damage caused by inflamation. If you body is constantly in an inflamed state you also are a breeding ground for infection. Your diet plays a huge role in your health.

In additional stress can cause inflamation because of the body response to the stress and can cause arteries to contract. So after an exercise that is hard on the body you may want to do the stretching and maybe some good deep breathing to help your body to relax. Don't be so nervous as well. Men especially need to get more relaxed about being naked. The nerves are definitely a contributing factor. Spend more time naked and get used to it.

Has anyone tried not wearing underwear while exercising, or if possible doing the exercise without clothes on? Another possibility is using a strap or a ring around your penis and testicles so as to force them to stay out. You may also want to give your body a break from restrictive clothing. Do you sleep with tight clothes on? How about sleeping without clothes on. Let your penis and testicles get some time to relax.

kevc978 · Newbie Joined: 11 Jun 2008 Posts: 1

Hello Folks,

This is due to adrenaline in your body being released while running/working out.

Have you ever been so angry with someone or just came back from a fight/traumatic experience and went to the toilet, just to find your penis has shrunk?

What happens is adrenaline shuts down the arterial flow to your penis and testicles and drains the spongey tissue within your penis. This is not serious at all and is nothing to worry about, you may also notice your pupils dilated, obviouslly your heart will be pounding and you may also notice your hands shaking. This is your "fight or flight" response and is normal after stress or working out.

Yes its embarrasing but its nothing serious, its not an infection and it wont cause any serious lasting effects.

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Japanese warriors (Samurai) Actually use to purposely make their testicles shrink inside their body so that enemies couldn't cheapshot them. If you're that worried about looking good in the locker room, heat'em up via jacuzzi/sauna before strutting around.

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I have a similar problem as well. Especially when working or working out...

The best conclusion I can come to is that when your doing something physically strenuous, your heart is obviously pumping harder and faster to get blood to whatever part(s) of the body blood is needed. I.E. Running. When your running, the body no longer cares to send blood to the penis. The body has higher priorities. So in turn, the penis shrivels up because fresh blood isnt being sent into it.

when we calm down, the circulation goes back to normal.

Taking a hot a shower after a hard workout helps to recirculate the penis.

Theres nothing wrong with any of you.

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i started running a year ago and i usually run about 10 miles every other day within 1 hour. i have a problem because after the first mile i get an erection of upto 14 inches whilst running at 12mph. can anyone help me it doesnt go away unless i hit it with a hammer which i run with in my right hand but i have arthritis and sometimes i cant swing it right so i ask people walking their dogs to swing at it for me.

ulyssesdreaming · Posted: 07/08/08 - 20:30 Post subject:

I am a professional martial artist and coach, and I can assure that there is nothing to worry about. The last few posters have it right, it is about a natural response based on blood flow and adrenaline that while protecting the goods, it also sends chi, blood and adrenaline where it needs to go. I live and train in China now and it is common knowledge here. We still joke about it but it happens to us all. Hope this helps. Cheers

ulyssesdreaming · Posted: 07/09/08 - 02:03 Post subject:

I am a professional martial artist and coach, and I can assure that there is nothing to worry about. The last few posters have it right, it is about a natural response based on blood flow and adrenaline that while protecting the goods, it also sends chi, blood and adrenaline where it needs to go. I live and train in China now and it is common knowledge here. We still joke about it but it happens to us all. Hope this helps. Cheers

ulyssesdreaming · Posted: 07/09/08 - 02:07 Post subject:

Sorry, I don't know why that posted twice.

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