HomeAnswersSexologynocturnal erection

How to avoid early morning erection?

This Premium Q&A, reviewed and published, features a real conversation between an iCliniq user and a physician.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am 20 years old. My penis is 9 inches in erected state. Is it abnormal to have penis of such length? I get my penis hard very easy and fast. I end up masturbating 1 or 2 times a day. Is it normal? At times, I am able to masturbate without my penis being fully erect also. Few mornings I wake up with erect penis which is embarrassing. Please suggest a solution to this. In adult movies, they show when men masturbate a lot of cum comes out of the penis. Whereas in my case not much cum comes out. Please address my queries.

Answered by Dr. Shazia Anjum

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shazia Anjum is a skilled Psychiatrist and Family Physician specializing in psychotherapy, with expertise in managing depression, anxiety, stress-related disorders, and emotional wellness. She offers compassionate, patient-centered care combining medical treatment with therapeutic techniques. Dr. Anjum is dedicated to promoting mental health and overall well-being through personalized care plans, preventive strategies, and evidence-based interventions for individuals and families across all age groups.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

  • Yes, your penis length is normal.
  • In this age erection on minor scenes or thoughts is very common. And morning erection is a normal thing and it should be there.
  • About discharge after masturbation is that when you do it for the first time or after a long time then only you have it in large quantity. Otherwise it remains small when you do consecutively. So, there is no need to worry.

For further information consult a sexologist online.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for the reply. Is there a solution for early morning erection? Because, it is embarrassing. I used to do masturbation daily. Is there any harm if masturbation is done with garments?

Answered by Dr. Shazia Anjum

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shazia Anjum is a skilled Psychiatrist and Family Physician specializing in psychotherapy, with expertise in managing depression, anxiety, stress-related disorders, and emotional wellness. She offers compassionate, patient-centered care combining medical treatment with therapeutic techniques. Dr. Anjum is dedicated to promoting mental health and overall well-being through personalized care plans, preventive strategies, and evidence-based interventions for individuals and families across all age groups.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

  • Morning erection is a natural phenomenon. I think if we obstruct it, we are hindering natural process.
  • About the masturbation inside the garments is not a problem, but it is better if you do it open.

For further information consult a sexologist online.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At February 25, 2016
Reviewed At April 23, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shazia Anjum is a skilled Psychiatrist and Family Physician specializing in psychotherapy, with expertise in managing depression, anxiety, stress-related disorders, and emotional wellness. She offers compassionate, patient-centered care combining medical treatment with therapeutic techniques. Dr. Anjum is dedicated to promoting mental health and overall well-being through personalized care plans, preventive strategies, and evidence-based interventions for individuals and families across all age groups.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

2,876Checks completed today
4.7/5User rating
~90 secAverage completion time
Evidence-basedGuideline aligned
Symptom Awareness Builder
Early Morning Erection Awareness Builder

Concerned about morning erections?

Five quick questions help you understand the normalcy of morning erections, masturbation habits, and related concerns.

Private and judgment-free. For guidance only, not a diagnosis.

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shazia Anjum is a skilled Psychiatrist and Family Physician specializing in psychotherapy, with expertise in managing depression, anxiety, stress-related disorders, and emotional wellness. She offers compassionate, patient-centered care combining medical treatment with therapeutic techniques. Dr. Anjum is dedicated to promoting mental health and overall well-being through personalized care plans, preventive strategies, and evidence-based interventions for individuals and families across all age groups.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Listen to related tracks in our music library
Comprehensive Second Opinion

Ask your health query to a doctor online

*guaranteed answer within 4 hours

Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.