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Blue balls

Question

What does it mean when a bloke says he's got 'blue balls'? I was getting off with this bloke and he gave this as a reason not to go any further.

Answer

The expression 'blue balls' is usually used to describe the soreness or pain guys can feel in their testicles when they've had an erection for a long time without ejaculating. This pain usually disappears as sexual excitement dies down, and is not harmful.

If someone mentions a sexual term you are unfamiliar with, it is always a good idea to ask them to clarify what they mean. Try not to be embarrassed about asking such questions; different terms can mean different things to different people.


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