Blue balls are a bitch, but what are they really, and can you do anything about them? Blue balls, also known as epididymal hypertension (EH), causes an aching in a man’s testicles that occurs when he hasn’t released any semen for an extended period of time. Despite many woman thinking blue balls are just a figure of speech, most men have experienced them at some point in their lives.
Cause and Affect
“Blue balls” are caused by an accumulation of blood in the balls, that is not being released. When a man becomes sexually aroused, blood rushes to the sex organs. If a man goes too long without getting off, this buildup of a blood causes a painful aching sensation. Some men’s genitals take on a bluish coloration when this happens, hence the name. Therefore, blue balls are more likely to affect men who become very aroused regularly. Younger people are more likely to have this issue, as their hormones are raging, and they tend to get harder erections. Males in their early to late teens tend to suffer the worst from this problem, though it can affect almost any man who becomes aroused.
Relieving Blue Balls
Since it’s a pressure build up the fastest and most effective way to get rid of blue balls is to release that pressure. If you don’t have a helping hand to relieve the pressure and pain, then masturbation is the fastest simplest way to relieve them. Some men still have issues with soreness in their testicles even after they have gotten off, though it is uncommon. If you are in a situation where you are not able to masturbate, you can always try applying an ice-pack to your genitals to reduce the soreness.
Blue Tacos
Despite the lack of female belief in blue balls they are not immune to them. When women become aroused, blood flows to their clitoris and can accumulate, causing soreness and discomfort. Some people call the female version of this condition “blue lips”. Believe it or not, it can be just as uncomfortable for women as it is for men. Not all women experience this sensation like men do though, as it is a bit more uncommon.
