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Bladder calculus presenting as excessive masturbation.

A C D De Alwis1, A M R D Senaratne, S M P D De Silva

  • 1General Hospital, Ratnapura, Sri Lanka.

The Ceylon Medical Journal
|February 24, 2007
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Childhood masturbation is normal, but excessive instances can cause parental anxiety. This case study highlights a boy whose excessive masturbation was a symptom of a bladder calculus.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Urology
  • Child Psychology

Background:

  • Childhood masturbation is a common and typically benign developmental behavior.
  • Excessive masturbation can cause significant parental concern and anxiety.

Observation:

  • A case report detailing a young male patient presenting with symptoms of excessive masturbation.
  • The patient's presentation prompted an investigation into underlying medical causes.

Findings:

  • The excessive masturbation was found to be a presenting symptom of a bladder calculus (stone).
  • This case illustrates a rare but important differential diagnosis for excessive masturbation in children.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of a thorough medical evaluation for seemingly behavioral issues in children.

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  • Suggests that urological conditions should be considered in the differential diagnosis of excessive masturbation.
  • Emphasizes the need for pediatricians and parents to be aware of potential physical causes behind concerning behaviors.