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Compulsive masturbation and chronic penile lymphedema
Rocco Salvatore Calabrò1, Alessandro Galì, Silvia Marino
1Neurorehabilitation Unit, IRCCS Centro Neurolesi Bonino-Pulejo, S.S. 113 Via Palermo, Cda Casazza, 98124, Messina, Italy. salbro77@tiscali.it
Archives of Sexual Behavior
|July 28, 2011
Summary
Compulsive masturbation may cause chronic penile lymphedema, a condition of abnormal lymphatic fluid retention. This case report highlights the importance of considering behavioral factors in penile edema diagnosis and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Psychiatry
- Dermatology
Background:
- Chronic penile lymphedema is typically caused by medical conditions like infections, malignancy, or post-surgical complications.
- It involves abnormal lymphatic fluid accumulation in penile subcutaneous tissues.
Observation:
- A 40-year-old male presented with compulsive masturbation and non-tender penile edema.
- Neuropsychiatric evaluation revealed moderate mental retardation, impulse dyscontrol, and anxiety.
- Brain MRI showed diffuse white matter lesions.
Findings:
- Common causes of penile edema were excluded in this patient.
- The diagnosis of chronic penile edema secondary to compulsive masturbation was made.
- The patient's compulsive behavior was treated with antidepressants and neuroleptics.
Implications:
- Compulsive masturbation should be considered as a potential etiological factor for chronic penile edema.
- This case underscores the link between behavioral disturbances and physical manifestations.
- Further investigation into the neurobiological underpinnings of such conditions may be warranted.
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