It’d be a great April Fools’ science story—except it’s not a joke. A scientist in Iran says men can, um, pleasure themselves and cure hay fever all in one step: masturbate for the sake of your nostrils!
Granted, neurobiologist Sina Zarrintan hasn’t actually tested his unconventional hypothesis, but he feels confident that a well-timed ejaculation can unblock the nose and soothe irritated blood vessels.
Because the nose and genitals are both connected to the sympathetic nervous system, where certain reflexes are controlled, Zarrintan says, the constricting effect of ejaculation on the body’s blood vessels frees up the inflamed vessels of a congested nose. And… voila! A feel-good trick the whole body can enjoy.
Critics, of course, point out certain limitations: For one, this treatment method is “not applicable” out of the house. If Zarrintan does turn out to be right, men everywhere may thank him. Of course, it will still leave one question: What’s the equivalent trick for women?
Image: Flickr / PetroleumJelliffe
April 1st, 2009 at 8:11 pm
Unfortunately, like its effect on other bodily needs, it’s only temporary relief.
April 1st, 2009 at 8:23 pm
Interesting article but I must ask… did the photo editor take into account the expression on the guy’s face as it relates to the context of the article? He does appear to be sneezing but he might also be…. ?? This really made me laugh! Thank you.
April 2nd, 2009 at 3:20 am
MASTURBAION IS A GOOD REMEDY FOR SLEEPLESSNESS AS WELL.
April 2nd, 2009 at 8:52 am
“For one, this treatment method is “not applicable” out of the house.”
Why…?
April 7th, 2009 at 7:29 am
Michael,
In Iran, they may cut one’s thing off if you try it outside one’s house!
April 15th, 2009 at 3:28 pm
would you rather sneeze or have hairy palms?
July 19th, 2009 at 4:15 am
Chuck
Interesting post and food for thought . Found your blog on Sunday and must say you are doing a great job. Thanks for sharing this post . Don’t have time to really comment today, will come back later on. Thanks.
November 2nd, 2009 at 7:18 pm
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November 3rd, 2009 at 3:26 pm
this is soooooooooo hot! thanks