1 question - Is tucking bad for... your bits

[Kirsty2907]

Hi all,

I would describe myself as a weekend CD.
But when I do, like to fem up.. 🥰

Occasionally have tried tucking for a more authentic look, (but how do I put this)...... can get aroused by it a little also.

Thinking when this happens, my man bit is not meant to be pointing where it?s pointing (if you get my drift), just worried I?m doing damage to vessels, muscles or other biological bits

So question is can tucking be bad for some ? Is it for more dedicated persons ? Should I just stop it ?

I know that?s 3 questions, but whose doing the math ? 🤔

[Karren H]

Has not hurt me and I am old! Sigh. Mine point back just fine and the boys slide up into the canal from which they descended very smoothly. Properly done I can not even feel them there.

[jessica33]

My tucking method : Rago rxtra firm panties, OBG . I have been doing this for years and no problem with my boy .

[Leslie Mary S]

As many times as I have tucked, I have experienced no side or after effects.

[Julie MA]

I have heard/read you can get an Inguinal (the canals from which testicles descend) hernia. Mine are about the size of a chicken egg. And I do get some lasting soreness in the canals after tucking, with a gaff, and especially if I've crossed legs. Nothing serious, that I know of. But all the above concerns me for the long term

[DanielleDubois]

I have read that if tucking hurts or there is difficulty getting the boys to go up into the inguinal canal then stop and don't do it. The only side effect I have read about is long term tucking could affect sperm viability from the higher body temperature in the canal.

It shouldn't be uncomfortable and never has been for me. An effective and tight tuck has always been an important part of looking and feeling as feminine as possible.

[Teresa]

Kirsty,
I don't have a choice as I'm fulltime , I've never been able to find the inguinal canal besides I've had a hernia repair on my left side and some say it isn't possible to tuck fully anyway .

I use a second pair of control panties to keep it all tucked out of the way without any problems , besides if it does permanent damage then the obvious solution is have them removed .

It's your personal choice to stop but for me it would mean I can't wear jeans of tight skirts and my bodycon dresses so i won't be stopping any time soon .

[MonicaPVD]

If you tuck 24/7 for years, you can expect some kind of atrophy or complication. Just as if you put your arm in a sling for years, it might not work so well over time. I have been tucking for two decades (not 24/7 of course) and have yet to encounter any issues. Our bodies are incredibly resilient.

[Debs]

Mines not big enough to tuck, Just acept Im a girl, lol

[susanmichelle]

I?ve been tucking for over 20 years not and have never had a problem before. They just slide back where they came from plus other things go there too without being too graphic. It gives the look of a GG but no pain or discomfort at all.

[Kiwi Primrose]

I have never found the inguinal canal so, as Teresa said, control panties go on first then whatever matches my bra.
I would be more than happy to lose the balls but probably left it a bit late.

[BLUE ORCHID]

Hi Kirsty :hugs:, 78 years old and never a problem, >Orchid**o:daydreaming:o**

[Lisa Gerrie]

I'm glad it works so sell for so many, but the answer depends partly on your anatomy. Just as different women have different size breasts, I have (I'm told) an unusually large pair-down-there. I have no problem finding the canals and getting everything tucked away, and it's comfortable enough at first, but if I do it for an hour I'll ache for a day. I've tried many times over the years, and tried all of the tips in the big sticky thread about this topic, but this is a situation where being a well endowed GM is not a good thing.

I have always wondered... those who tuck, could you run for your life if you had to?

[Kirsty2907]

Thanks all..

It was more to do with when my soldier tries to stand to attention (if you pardon the reference)

Sounds like most who are successful have no issues over years, but think I?d maybe be best to invest in Bridget Jones style pants as that seems a safer alternative for myself....

[Beverley Sims]

Do not be too severe in the practice early in your tucking.

Let things grow and mould into place.

Like using a corset to train your waist, start with a little adjustment and then rack up the activity as your waist begins to respond.

All your insides have to find a new place.

Ever been on a crush loaded train when others want to board? :-)

[GretchenM]

Let's face it. That equipment was not designed to be treated that way. It is not likely to produce any serious problems, but as Danielle points out, it drives your sperm count way down. If reproducing is not a factor in your life anymore, that doesn't matter, otherwise be careful - you may not produce healthy wigglers.

[BrendaPDX]

Nice to hear that others have trouble tucking too, I gave up and use a gaff and or control panties.

[CynthiaD]

I’ve suffered no problems, and I’ve tucked every day for years. But then after our last child was born, I was looking at myself in the mirror for thinking, "I really don’t need this stuff anymore. It's caused enough trouble for one lifetime."

So, even if tucking did cause shrinkage and low sperm count, I wouldn’t care.

[Stephanie47]

I don't make any effort to hide anything when at home. There is no "arousal" when it comes to being en femme, so the style of my dresses (empire waist, sheath, wrap) is not form fitting. When out for an evening stroll I always wear a control panty. No need to "mangle the dangle."

[Cheryl T]

No issues for me and I've been doing it for years.
Of course not being above average helps I'm sure. About the only detriment I've read is that the twins don't like the extra warmth and it may affect sperm production or viability, but then at my age that's something that is a non-issue. A little atrophy wouldn't hurt either as I'm really not happy with all that stuff there anyway.

[Star01]

Just hearing the term tucking throws me back to 1959 when I went off a jump on my bike and my feet came off the pedals. I came down on that top bar that is on boys bikes. I have not gone out in public but if and when I ever do I will opt for hiding instead of tucking. It probably won?t hurt me to tuck but I instantly tense up and cringe just thinking about it. I don?t normally dislike my bits but that is one case where they are a literal pain.

[Devi SM]

I tuck for around 5 years before get orchiectomy. It never stopped working even now after 9 months of the orchiectomy it still working, so my experience is not damage, except it could be to tight and you stop feeling it, numbness, but before your will feel some pain...

[kellyanne]

Hi all,

I would describe myself as a weekend CD.
But when I do, like to fem up.. ��

Occasionally have tried tucking for a more authentic look, (but how do I put this)...... can get aroused by it a little also.

Thinking when this happens, my man bit is not meant to be pointing where it?s pointing (if you get my drift), just worried I?m doing damage to vessels, muscles or other biological bits

So question is can tucking be bad for some ? Is it for more dedicated persons ? Should I just stop it ?

I know that?s 3 questions, but whose doing the math ? ��


If one feels no discomfort - like circulation being cut off - all should be fine- I wouldn't worry about them falling off etc ;o)

[Kimberly A.]

Kristy, that's a good question and I've wondered that myself..... Me, I don't tuck if I'm wearing a loose dress or skirt. I only tuck when I wear leggings, jeggings or women's shorts. But when I do tuck, if I don't do it correctly and it depends on how I sit, I can wind up actually sitting on one of my testicles and as we all know, it is NOT pleasant! LOL

But reading others' answers on this thread, I'd say there are no long-term effects from tucking. But if it gets to be too uncomfortable for you, I'd suggest ordering a hiding gaffe so that way you don't have to tuck..... But, the draw-back to a hiding gaffe, (I've had two of them, one made of cloth and another made of silicon), they tend to be too bulky and not very convincing, thus giving too much of a "camel toe" effect between your legs..... I hope I can say that without any repercussions, it's the best way I know how to describe it. LOL

[April Rose]

Not an option for me. I have a plumbing issue that prevents it.

[oh to be rachel]

I have issues with peronies and have always wondered if tucking created the problem.

[docrobbysherry]

Kirsty, I'm old now but had similar "attention" problems when I first began dressing in my 50's.:o
I found if I just waited, my soldier would relax. If he saluted again after pointing south? That isn't an issue!:thumbsup:

I tucked every time I dressed the last 25 years. It's comfortable and automatic. I use special tite thongs.:battingeyelashes:

[Stacy Lyn]

Hi Kristy, I'm glad you've asked these questions. I've just started tucking and I also experience some arousal with the process. I've found if I wear a control type of panty it helps a lot however the biggest help was tucking every day, even if just for a bit. The repeated attempts seem to help stop the arousal from happening as the block and tackle get used to the procedure to tuck them away.

[ellbee]

I, too, am one of those who simply can't physically tuck, despite my many past attempts in various ways. Sometimes I wish I could, but it is what it is, as they say.


It's really no biggie, though, as there are definitely some ways around that. ;)

And yes, I've been en-femme out in public plenty of times, without an issue regarding the non-tuck. Don't let that stop anyone.


So, for those having any kind of problems or concerns with tucking, either physically or mentally? No harm in *not* doing it. Always a valid option. :)

[LeslieSD]

If you wear any normal everyday cloth, especially a skirt or dress, I don't see a point of tucking. The only time one needs tucking is probably with form fitting clothes, probably a bodycon dress or leggings.

On that front, I have seen Internet video of some person from Japan who did it with such perfection (just like everything they do). One can not tell that it is a tuck even when she is completely naked. There are also various ways to tuck for swim suit. Those usually involve tapes and that usually hurts after a while and can be pretty painful to take off.

It does not seem to have much long term adverse effect. After all, one can live perfectly well and happily with the bits removed.

[Paulette]

I have been tucking for over 30 years and it has never caused me any problems. I currently tape tuck with KT Tape or the Carmen Liu tape and it is truly painless. No more escaping bits to be sat upon or crushed while crossing your legs so lady like. I have found that I can buy KT tape on line in a skin tone so that even in a wet bathing suit my tuck stays until I want to remove it. The tape give a real nice frontal look under leggings. I can also say that the Carmen Liu line of tucking panties also looks real nice in leggings and even in pantyhose. In case you have not noticed I love Carmen Liu and her GI collection. Her bras are sized for a wider spread of the chest and look so nice and feminine.

[Bobbi46]

Use a walnut cracker, problem solved!!!!:tongueout

[Leslie Mary S]

Bobbie, Maybe so after the swelling and pain goes away and you regain focus of your eyes. :)

[Krisi]

For an accurate answer, you should ask your doctor or at least seek advice on a medical forum, not a crossdressing forum.

That said, I haven't had any issues from tucking.

[Teresa]

Krisi,
I would say most doctors would have less of an idea than most people on the forum not unless he had tried it for himself . We are all different , we deal with it on a personal basis , what works for one may not work for another , so a doctor couldn't really give a definitive answer .

Bobbi,
Many years ago I use to help my father in law in the lambing season , towards the end of the season we had to round them up and castrate the male lambs , I soon discovered what a simple band of strong elastic could do ! Still brings tears to my eyes with the thought of it but it was cheap and very effective .

[Krisi]

We tend to rely on our personal experiences while doctors typically rely on their training and medical research.

As I posted, tucking has not caused me any apparent problems, but I have no idea if there's a possibility of long term damage. A doctor would be more apt to know that.

[AngelaYVR]

When you consider the mechanics of tucking there are a couple of obvious things that could cause a problem. The first is the stuffing of the boys into the attic which might cause damage either directly to the testicles or to the blood supply. The second is the increased risk of bacteria from the danker areas getting into the urethra and travelling down into the testicles where it wreaks havoc. An infected testicle not only hurts (a lot) but there is a good chance of either losing it or suffering atrophy.

Anecdotally the risks appear to be low but does anyone going to the doctor tell them that they have been tucking?

[Meghan4now]

It is possible that it could also contribute to Peyronie's disease. This is where some trauma occurs to the erectile tissue due to bending stress. The body then produces plaque or collagen scar tissue which is not as flexible, and creates a bend during erections. It can be mild or pronounced, and can cause urinary difficulty, or performance issues or pain and emotional issues. There are treatments, some of which are drastic. Recently there is a new course that is more effective with fewer permanent side effect. If you are having any issues like this, brushing or hematomas, or hear a popping sound, get to a urologist pronto.


https://peyronies-disease.xiaflex.com/patient/about-xiaflex/#what-is-xiaflex