Prostate massage - make it safely

There are several health risks associated with Prostate massage. Therefore, it should always be carried out in the right manner. For example, vigorous prostate massage in cases of individuals suffering from an acute prostatitis may lead to a particular type of gangrene, called Fournier’s Gangrene or local cellulite. Vigorous prostate massage can also cause septicaemia, a kind of blood poisoning, hemorrhoidal flareup and even the transfer of prostate cancer into other parts of the body in some individuals.

Though Prostate massage has been found to be useful in draining out the sequestered secretions in an inflamed prostate, no additional benefit was seen in adding prostate massage to the use of antibiotics for the treatment of prostatitis. A gentle prostate massage has been known to relieve hemorrhoids and fissures in the prostate. There is a change of a vigorous massage of the prostate resulting in the tearing of the short segment of the urethra that lies just below the prostate and at the beginning of the penile urethra, which is termed as membranous urethra.

Inappropriate prostate massages can cause the pushing back of the normal urethral flora into the epididymis and the epididiymitis. Also, proper care should be taken while carrying out a prostate milking, because if done incorrectly, it can actually damage many sensitive nerves and tissues that reside on the head of the prostate gland.

Carrying out a prostate milking and massage:

Normally, a prostate massager is used during a prostate massage. However, one can carry out a prostate massage without any external device, except a latex glove. Here is the procedure for carrying out a Prostate Massage:

Visit the bathroom and ensure that the bladder as well as the bowels is cleaned out thoroughly. One should maintain physical hygiene before carrying out a Prostate milking and prostate massage. For example, one should ensure that their fingertips and fingernails are clean.

Cover your hand with a sterile latex glove. Make sure that you use a lubricant, preferably a water based lubricant. One should then assume a position that would they would be comfortable in. Just keep in mind whether you can reach your prostate gland with your gloved hand.

Then, one has to gently insert their fingers into their anus, till they reach the prostate gland. The prostate gland is near about the size of a walnut. One will have to move their hands along the rectum wall and will reach the prostate while they move their hand towards their belly button.

Once the prostate gland is located, one can massage it gently on both sides. Care should be taken that one should not massage the top of the prostate gland, because it has several sensitive nerves which may cause problems for the individual.

After a few moments, the prostate gland will be stimulated enough to contract, causing it to secrete the prostate fluid.

Prostate massage is good for the health, but it comes with its own set of disadvantages when it is done in the wrong way. Therefore, one should always consult their doctors before carrying out a prostate massage.

Thanks for all the good advice, this will come in handy with my next exam!

Thanks for the additional information. I'm surprised to see some of the risks you mention, as I have not seen them described anywhere else.

As with which surgeon should you seek out when considering heart surgery: the one with lot's of lot's of experience and success; prostate massage is best done by those with practice, practice, practice. You will find great practitioners online on various websites, some of whose work, i.e. tantric, may involve breathing. If you sense that someone hasn't a clue, stay clear.

I can't remember when I've seen such a fear-mongering post, but it's been a while.

Granted, there are dangers in prostate massage and milking, as there are in any of the areas where we choose to play. Vigorous stimulation of the prostate in a case of prostatitis can lead to complications. Frankly, during prostatitis, the gland is so inflamed that most men don't want a prostate massage at that time. Metatastic cells can be shed via prostate massage.

However, in cases of a normal, healthy male there is nothing horrific or dangerous about prostate massage. Quite the opposite is true, it feels great! I speak anecdotally of course, being a female.

Prostate massage is best approached with common sense, rather than trepidation. The subject should be positioned in a manner that offers him physical comfort. The hands and nails of the practitioner should, of course, be clean and well-groomed. I always keep the nail of the index finger of my right hand short so that there is no risk of it poking through a glove. And speaking of gloves, there is no reason to use a sterile glove as advocated in one of the posts above. Remember where that finger is going; it's not a sterile environment.

Bladder and bowels should be recently evacuated. The administration of an enema beforehand is a matter of personal choice; my partner wouldn't engage in anal play of any sort without one, and that suits me fine. Lube is also a matter of personal choice. Some recommend a water-based lube, we prefer a petrolatum/lanolin based preparation for anal play and insertions.

The practitioner should let the patient's reactions be their guide. Some women I've talked to have said that they can't find their partner's prostate. If my experience is any guide, their partner's reaction will be more than enough to let them know when they've found just the right spot! Gentle handling is the order of the day from that point on. Very little compression and sliding the finger (or instrument) back and forth across the gland will bring the desired result.

Finally, prostate massage is nothing to be fearful of, nor do most people need to take any kind of special precautions. This is an intimacy that's meant to be enjoyed by both parties involved. Again, common sense and sensitivity will win the day.

That's my story and I'm stickin' to it!

LadyDoc

Thanks Lady Doc for the common sense advise.

My boyfried loved it and I think too it is not dangerous if you are familiar with each other...

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I can't remember when I've seen such a fear-mongering post, but it's been a while.

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I have to agree with Ladydocisin.

Prostate massage is about as dangerous as breast massage or playing with your girlfriend's breasts. You could go on to say you could break a few lobular carcinoma cells loose that could metastasize to the bones or the brain, but the likelihood is incredibly low.

As Ladydoc says, PLAY ON!

Ty for holding me virtually ladydoc. after reading OP i was pretty frightened and looking into becoming a monk.

i recall reading that a person with short fingers could do damage trying to give a prostate massage. so unless i'm dating Rebecca Lobo i'm gonna insist that a toy be utilized.

Thank you Susie and Ladydoc for dispelling these myths once again.

You're quite right about the danger of such practices - Do you know I actually look both ways when crossing the road, wear my seat belt, check the mirror before turning - and I still dare to walk and drive.

i recall reading that a person with short fingers could do damage trying to give a prostate massage.

I've never heard of that joeker, but I know what I'd rather have in my ass than a piece of plastic fashioned in China - and thats a finger of any length.

My recommendation is relaxation, lubrication and common sense - behave responsibly - and enjoy

All of the above precautions are true in many cases, but usually these dangers are pointed at those who already have some kind of health issue. If you're prone to prostate problems, infections, hemmoroids, or have prostate cancer, then you probably shouldn't be getting these massages. But for the average healthy guy, getting the prostate massaged gently by a loving partner is beneficial to your health and extemely pleasurable and intimate. I've had my prostate massaged by my wife, a girlfriend I had back in my early 20s, and also a tantric provider. Not once did it either of these women ever hurt me. And I never experienced any negative health effects. Other than intercourse, I can think of no other thing more erotic a woman can do for her partner than giving him direct prostate stimulation. I also think this draws couples closer in a sexual sense because there isn't anything more intimate. The prostate and rectum is the most private "off-limits" part of a man's body, and once he surrenders this to his female partner there's nothing left to hide from her.

I love getting a good prostate massage. I am glad to see here that it's both normal and beneficial to leak fluids, because it literally pours out of me. Since it's a friend that has given me the prostate massages I can masturbate during the procedure too. I've always had great orgasms - funny thing too, I feel like I'm on the verge of blowing my load almost right from the very start of it, but it actually seems like it takes longer for me to cum while I am getting the massage. My friend though is very well practiced in both enemas and prostate massages for men.