Christmas Season Brings Surge in Penile Fractures, Warn Doctors and Scientists
Doctors have found that men are more likely to experience penis fractures during the Christmas period, with rates of the injury spiking over the festive season. Although the penis is not a bone, it can fracture when subjected to sharp, blunt force, often during vigorous sexual activity. German medics analyzed data from over 3,000 men who suffered the injury and found that the daily incidence of fractures over Christmas rose to 0.78, compared to 0.54 for the rest of the year. The study suggests that reducing "wild sex" during moments of relaxation could help reduce the risk of penile fractures.