February 2018 PMID 29143943

The impact of ejaculatory abstinence on semen analysis parameters: a systematic review.

Brent M Hanson, Kenneth I Aston, Tim G Jenkins, Douglas T Carrell, James M Hotaling

Mentions

35
Peak: 21 in Nov 2025
across 5 sources since Apr 2021

Extended reach

4,485,179
potential audience

Total likes

66,538

Video views

4,423,634

Mentions per month

Apr 2021 – Dec 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter28 posts
  • YouTube3 videos
  • News2 articles
  • Bluesky1 posts
  • Reddit1 posts

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The collection includes comments questioning the health benefits of 'No Nut November' and referencing the scientific review, with mentions of 'increased semen volume' and 'semen analysis parameters,' indicating a mix of scientific curiosity and social debate. The tone varies from dismissive remarks like 'dumb' to more inquisitive points about the effects of abstinence, reflecting an overall moderate interest and engagement in the topic.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the scientific review, though some dismiss its relevance or question its conclusions, indicating mild overall agreement.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate curiosity about the effects of abstinence and social discussions on semen parameters but often focus more on social or health opinions than on detailed science.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts engage by referencing specific concepts like 'No Nut November' and sharing personal opinions, displaying some depth but mostly surface-level reactions.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest a mild recognition of the research's importance, especially in debates about health practices, though the overall influence on opinions seems limited.

Abstract in brief

  • This systematic review analyzed 28 recent studies to understand how the length of ejaculatory abstinence affects semen quality and fertility outcomes, focusing on parameters like semen volume, sperm count, motility, morphology, and fertilization success.
  • Findings suggest that longer abstinence generally increases semen volume and sperm count, but effects on sperm motility, morphology, and DNA fragmentation are inconsistent; some evidence hints that shorter abstinence may improve certain semen parameters and fertility outcomes.
  • Due to conflicting results and the complexity of how abstinence influences sperm quality, there are no definitive recommendations for the optimal abstinence period, and further research is needed to clarify its effects on pregnancy and fertilization rates.

Top posts

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DommesNation
@DommesNation · X

Anyone doing No Nut November should watch this video - Your Body's "Automatic Reset": Why You "Fail" No Nut November https://t.co/VYVDp1AHrn via @YouTube

Nov 3, 2025 · 3 likes · 1 share · 7,178 followers View post →
Re'Nell Glover (ReNellG on bsky) #ReNellGlover
@ReNellGlover · X

https://t.co/9GpkrsgEfF via @RenaMalikMD

Nov 3, 2025 · 2 likes · 1 share · 2,391 followers View post →
TinaTorturer (New acct of Mistress Maral)
@TinaTorturer · X

No Nut November (NNN) has little long term health benefits. So why would you do it? Because you're told to do so

Nov 8, 2025 · 2 likes · 1,082 followers View post →
Devin
@DevinPifer · X

Glad I never actually tried this. Thanks, @RenaMalikMD

Nov 6, 2025 · 1 like · 8,603 followers View post →
Josh Greyy
@theJoshGrey · X

@Simpleton014 https://t.co/xhtkGlxyDd

Nov 29, 2025 · 1 like · 1,410 followers View post →
Silverpaw siblings
@AlphaWolf150496 · X

The problem I see science is not 100% accurate well not always anyways https://t.co/FrHgaGdAN5

Nov 13, 2023 · 1 like · 539 followers View post →

All mentions

Thy Vexer
@thyvexer · X

Why is it always female doctors and scientists in particular who try to "debunk" the No FAP movement and convince men that masturbation is good for them? https://t.co/mvTlENSsVQ

Dec 3, 2025 · 46 followers View post →
Josh Greyy
@theJoshGrey · X

@Simpleton014 https://t.co/xhtkGlxyDd

Nov 29, 2025 · 1 like · 1,410 followers View post →
Jobo
@jobo67kid · X

https://t.co/VT3x828CBj

Nov 14, 2025 · 52 followers View post →
ᯅ
@teel0ck · X

What Really Happens After 30 Days of No Nut #November https://t.co/vmhdTgGOTG via @YouTube

Nov 13, 2025 · 805 followers View post →
naix
@naix07458603 · X

RT @DommesNation: Anyone doing No Nut November should watch this video - Your Body's "Automatic Reset": Why You "Fail" No Nut November http…

Nov 12, 2025 · 1 share · 501 followers View post →
Jonnythegooner0
@Jonnythegooner0 · X

Anyone else agree the retention thing isn't the same as edging/gooning? The practice may be similar but it's not the same and even if so, the motive is different... https://t.co/nmVeu4zJqF

Nov 12, 2025 · 71 followers View post →
wild berry
@imhim755811 · X

Kmsl yes yes https://t.co/G6dBb7HzYB

Nov 11, 2025 · 27 followers View post →
Pim Nora
@pimnoralov · X

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Nov 10, 2025 · 1 like · 15 followers View post →
Dre
@DreytonKing · X

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Nov 8, 2025 · 898 followers View post →
AquaLonnie
@MCharles89843 · X

https://t.co/LIuUo7hCo4

Nov 8, 2025 View post →
TinaTorturer (New acct of Mistress Maral)
@TinaTorturer · X

No Nut November (NNN) has little long term health benefits. So why would you do it? Because you're told to do so

Nov 8, 2025 · 2 likes · 1,082 followers View post →
Antti Jumppainen
@AnttiJumppainen · X

What Really Happens After 30 Days of No Nut November https://t.co/dAZzIQ6Arw via @YouTube

Nov 8, 2025 · 38 followers View post →
bushido49ers
@bushido49ers · X

https://t.co/Wt5Hdk9rkL #RenaMalikMD

Nov 7, 2025 · 6,346 followers View post →
❤️ Sex Health / Sex Education ❤️
@sexy-edu.bsky.social · Bluesky

What Really Happens After 30 Days of No Nut November #NoNutNovember #NNN #SexEducation #SexEd youtu.be/CDeB98AjJY0

Nov 7, 2025 · 1 like · 1 share View post →
Devin
@DevinPifer · X

Glad I never actually tried this. Thanks, @RenaMalikMD

Nov 6, 2025 · 1 like · 8,603 followers View post →
Adam Craig , PB
@ThePersecutdOne · X

However, you do it, regularly ball-draining is a necessary exercise. Absorbing your own semen from not nutting is so gay. You're like cumming inside yourself. What Really Happens After 30 Days of No Nut November https://t.co/0oLDygBTJS via @YouTube

Nov 6, 2025 · 860 followers View post →
prema pakshi
@prema_pakshi · X

https://t.co/sKkTY7VVpC idigo

Nov 4, 2025 · 240 followers View post →
RA
@RA_Mollo · X

No Nut November's https://t.co/WnkMqNP51v

Nov 4, 2025 · 1,478 followers View post →
Re'Nell Glover (ReNellG on bsky) #ReNellGlover
@ReNellGlover · X

RT @ReNellGlover: https://t.co/9GpkrsgEfF via @RenaMalikMD

Nov 3, 2025 · 1 share · 2,391 followers View post →
Re'Nell Glover (ReNellG on bsky) #ReNellGlover
@ReNellGlover · X

https://t.co/9GpkrsgEfF via @RenaMalikMD

Nov 3, 2025 · 2 likes · 1 share · 2,391 followers View post →
DommesNation
@DommesNation · X

Anyone doing No Nut November should watch this video - Your Body's "Automatic Reset": Why You "Fail" No Nut November https://t.co/VYVDp1AHrn via @YouTube

Nov 3, 2025 · 3 likes · 1 share · 7,178 followers View post →
Azadeh Khatibi, MD, MS, MPH
@AzadehKhatibiMD · X

@JerryWilliamsMD How long did he last, like five minutes?

Apr 30, 2025 · 15,465 followers View post →
SvonDreusche
@SvonDreusche · X

@barstoolsports Ya'll need to learn. NNN is just dumb. https://t.co/OUDvxqzOmc

Nov 19, 2023 · 2,793 followers View post →
SurgicalCaps.com
@surgicalcaps · X

Increased Semen Volume after No Nut November? Urologist explains Semen R... https://t.co/S9xDnIKWaG Increased Semen Volume after No Nut November? Urologist explains Semen Retention

Nov 16, 2023 · 2,433 followers View post →
Silverpaw siblings
@AlphaWolf150496 · X

The problem I see science is not 100% accurate well not always anyways https://t.co/FrHgaGdAN5

Nov 13, 2023 · 1 like · 539 followers View post →
David Larsson
@davskol_david · X

@KirstieMAllsopp The impact of ejaculatory abstinence on semen analysis parameters: a systematic review https://t.co/hiLH2NBuSj Keywords; smartphones, porn, increase in time spent alone, more privacy. Strangely I cant see anyone discussing the obvious reason for lower sperm count (not quality)

Dec 5, 2022 · 49 followers View post →
David Larsson
@davskol_david · X

@ahf77118198 "The impact of ejaculatory abstinence on semen analysis parameters: a systematic review" https://t.co/hiLH2NjlEb Smartphone porn didn't exist 40 years ago and people also have much more privacy nowadays...

Dec 5, 2022 · 49 followers View post →
ガッツ角刈りギャル(脳筋本)
@sogachin2 · X

The impact of ejaculatory abstinence on semen analysis parameters: a systematic review https://t.co/7MvCfT9Ft6

May 1, 2021 · 4,623 followers View post →
メメノメメコ
@mememenomemeko · X

https://t.co/xRk2goBAr8 これ

Apr 15, 2021 · 1,123 followers View post →
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on semen analysis parameters: a systematic review. J Assist Reprod Genet. 2018;35(2):213–20. Author Manuscript. 10.1007/s10815-017-1086-0 ...

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