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    Posted on: 07/12/2004

    Question

    Please, I am 13. how can i temporarily stop or even hide erections? yesterday it was so embarrasing- my little sister asked me why it was. . . and i didnt know what to do! i hope you can answer this. thank you

    Submitted on 07/09/04 at 05:36:41


    Answer

    Unfortunately, erections happen seemingly on their own until you get more control, which just takes time. Baggy clothes help.

    Good luck.


    Answered By:
    Nancy Brown , Ed.S, M.A., Ph.D.


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