Does frequent sex prevent prostate problems? Scientists have been asking this question for a while, and some studies suggest a link between the two.
One large study followed over 30,000 men for nearly 20 years. Guys who “got busy” (ejaculated) sexually more often (over 20 times a month) seemed to have a lower risk of prostate cancer compared to those who did it less frequently (4–7 times).
Why might this be? One idea is that less frequent activity lets stuff build up in the prostate gland, maybe increasing the risk of cancer. The cool thing is that, unlike age or genes, we can control how often we have sex.
But hold on a sec! This study doesn’t prove sex directly causes lower cancer risk; it just shows a connection. Other things, not considered in the study, could explain the link. More research is needed, to be sure.
Also, age might play a role. Some studies suggest this benefit is strongest in men in their 20s or 40s, while others say it’s in the 30s or even later. More research is needed here too!
Another study looked at men aged 40–79. Those who had sex at least once a week seemed to have fewer prostate problems. But when they considered the men’s age, the link disappeared. It seems younger, active men tend to be healthier overall, which might explain the initial observation.
So, does all this mean more sex is good for your prostate? Not exactly. This study suggests frequent sex doesn’t directly affect prostate issues. Older men might have less sex and more severe symptoms, making it seem like there’s a connection when there isn’t. More research is needed to fully understand the complex relationship between sex and prostate health.
The bottom line: The link between frequent sex and lower prostate cancer risk is interesting, but not yet proven. Stay tuned for more research!