Q&A for How to Hide an Erection

Tell her that your underwear isn't comfortable, or just that you want new ones because you don't have enough underwear.

She'll likely be just as embarrassed as you are, but she's probably very aware that you do so. In the future, consider doing it in the restroom with the door locked and curtains closed.

Yes, it is perfectly natural. She is your girlfriend, you both like each other. Besides you mentally liking her personality, your body also naturally responds to her physical presence. Kissing is a natural way to arouse your body. Remember that it also arouses her body, she might be having the same thoughts and feelings, so you can talk about it. When erect and aroused, the penis produces fluids as a lubricant to make sure sexual intercourse goes smoothly. A woman's body does the same. This is the same liquid that carries the sperm out of the penis during ejaculation and it is nothing to be ashamed of.

Don't worry, it's normal. The article does give a lot of good tips, though. Try calculating 316 x 51 in your head, nobody gets aroused by that.

Yes, this is a classic move.

Unfortunately, you usually can't help it. If your girlfriend is rubbing up against you, that might be a sign that she's sexually aroused or teasing you. If she notices the erection, act natural and relaxed about it, and apologize if needed.

Yes and no. An erection is the result of increased bloodflow into sponge like cells that makes them bigger and more rigid. Women experience this increased blood flow as well, and it makes the female genitals swell, too, though considerably less visibly. Certain parts of the vagina, near the clitoris, are thought to be a "prototype penis", and though they are just a few strings of tissue not more than a centimeter long, they seem to be able to get "erect".

Don't draw any attention to it, if she doesn't notice. It's very natural for that to happen while kissing.

You shouldn't "get her" to do anything sexually. She should move at a pace that is comfortable for her.

You are 13 and your hormones are raging. I doubt there is a good way to control an erection when you are cuddling with someone you find attractive, but I suppose you could try thinking of sad and awful things.

If it's noticeable enough, she will likely notice it herself. If she doesn't react, she likely is not interested or feels awkward about it.

Go to where you are alone, lie down on your stomach, or at least turn away from others. Use the other tips and tricks to control your erection.

It's a normal part of life, and naturists know this as well. Excuse yourself, turn around and away, or use the other tips and tricks in this article. But don't worry, it's natural and normal.

It's a normal reaction, your body is preparing some lubricant to prepare for sexual intercourse. Yes, you can stop it through practice. Focus on other thoughts to reduce the erection, and practice your pelvic muscles to contract more and more strongly, which will help prevent this. In the end, it's a natural process, so don't worry about preventing it.

Children's bodies are evolving rapidly during puberty. As they get older, they are expected to align themselves with the accepted social behaviors of the culture they grow up in. Outwardly visual displays of arousal should be avoided at all ages. Teach him to take care of what people can see and lead by example.

Wear dark jeans in place of dress pants and make sure that your pelvis area is not touching the person you are dancing with.

Sexologists are medical professionals. They should always strictly adhere to a professional conduct. Moreover, they are used to seeing this and know how to deal with it. You can let him know about your worries, he will probably know what to do. Consider also that it might be necessary or at least useful to have your penis erect during the doctor's visit. Remember that you can ask for a third party to be present during the examination if that makes you feel more comfortable. Finally, remember that masturbation and ejaculation temporarily change the physical aspects of the penis. To avoid confusion, you might consider mentioning that you just masturbated before the examination.

Act natural. If your shirt's long enough, try pulling it down to cover it up more. But don't worry if she notices. She's a mom, and they understand that these things happen.

This is okay. It's natural for you to get an erection while taking a bath with your boyfriend. You don't need to hide it, he'll understand.

Stay in the water and hope no one is wearing swimming goggles. Distract yourself, and if your suit has pockets, you can put your hands in to help disguise it.

Though I am only a teen, I have found that wearing jeans instead of sweatpants or shorts is a big help. The crotch area of the jeans is thicker and less flexible and that prevents it from sticking out too much.

Yes, there is no medical risk involved. In fact, it is very healthy. It relieves stress and even burns a few calories (but for that, running is better). You can do it often as you feel like it, even multiple times a day, but don't go overboard. In general, most men masturbate four times a week. If it hurts, stop for a while, and always pee afterwards to prevent infections, as well as washing up.

You can masturbate again if you're comfortable and able. Otherwise you can just wait for it to go away on its own.

Yes, that is very normal.

Because it is illegal and gross. No one wants to see your genitals.

If possible, wear tight underwear. Briefs, boxer briefs, and jockstraps should do the trick.

The size of your penis doesn't matter. A book, map, laptop or backpack are all more than large enough to conceal your erection. If there are no such objects readily available, the other tips outlined in the article should do the trick easily enough.

You can, though it's a little harder. Your body is doing work, which requires energy, which your blood delivers to your body in the form of oxygen. Since your blood is already busy doing that, it's hard to get it to also inflate your penis. But it is certainly possible.

An erection begins with sensory and mental stimulation. During sexual arousal, nerve messages begin to stimulate the penis. Impulses from the brain and local nerves cause the muscles of the corpora cavernosa to relax, allowing blood to flow in and fill the open spaces.

Even when they're with their wives, they will still more or less likely get an erection when they see another person they find attractive because that is what causes erections.