Comments on: Men’s Underwear Guide — Protection Cups, Bulge Booster, Suspensory

By: Patrick Harrison

Patrick Harrison — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 07:21:22 +0000

This article suggesting, no stating that a suspensory is for men who don't want to have babies is completely misinformed.
They are worn to support post surgery.
And should most definitely be worn for strenuous exercise to protect them.

Scrotum's and testicles move up and down regulating with temperature, thus shrinkage when cold.

I being misinformed like you didn't wear them as a young sportsman and wore loose boxers all the time.

Over time I believe this contributed to me forming a Varicocele and after surgery developing a hydrocele.
I now have had surgery for the Hydrocele and a consequential hematoma. I wear testicular supports all of the time for just that support, if not they can be painful. All sportsmen should wear them. Get your facts straight, you are making comments about conditions or apparatus with your own swayed knowledge.

By: Randolph

Randolph — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 01:56:29 +0000

When I was in a hospital 1-1/2 years ago with a heart attack. I had emergency surgery and was hospitalized for 5 weeks. While as a "guest", one of the heart doctors told me that I had, "The largest testicals he had ever seen on a human". Nurses from severl floors would come by (some times in small groups) and would ask to "see them".
Previously, I had never given it much thought, other than it was next to impossible to find any underwear that would fit. Even so-called "pouch briefs" would only support one testicle much less two. My wife gave up years ago trying to find underwear for me.
Question: Does ANYONE make a "pouch brief" that would support a "medium sized grapfruit" or, regulation "soft-ball". (actual scrotum size, not exagerated)
I cannot wear light colored slacks because if I have to "pee", it will eventually produce a wet-spot on my crotch which is quite embarassing.

Thanks

By: Robert

Robert — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 15:15:19 +0000

When looking at the "boosting" type of underwear for men, they are now out with some underwear lines (including Andrew Christian) that have these construction pieces build into normal underwear. I think this will be an easier sell for guys wanting normal coverage, but give them enhancing type of support.

By: conancat

conancat — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 15:24:37 +0000

aww, thank you for the information Gerry! yes i think i did make a mistake, there are two types of suspensories, one that is used as a contraceptive, one that is used for support for the male genitals. i will edit the article accordingly as so not give wrong information. thank you again Gerry!

By: Gerry

Gerry — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 10:07:26 +0000

Grey,
I believe that source is not as clear as it should be. The devices used to reduce fertility were specially designed to elevate testicular temperature by insulation and/or holding the testicles very close to the body. Though referred to as suspensories, they are significantly different from the usual suspensory that can be bought from most pharmacies and over the internet. My doctor suggested trying one because of a slight discomfort. I was amazed how good they feel. I've worn one all the time, every day, ever since.
Regards, Gerry.

By: conancat

conancat — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 00:39:12 +0000

Hum, I got my sources from here:

http://www.ehow.com/about_5147548_definition-susp...

It says:

The temperature of testes is generally between 1-2 degrees Celsius below a man's overall body temperature. Slightly raising testes temperature decreases the rate of sperm cell development. It also weakens the strength of the sperm that are produced by the testes. Suspensory, or special male undergarments, keep the testes closer to the body than do normal underwear. Suspensory stimulates hidden or obscure testis and helps the cremaster, the muscle that covers the testis, to relax and move away from the body. That lowers sperm count and potency.

I wonder if I got my sources wrong? If it is I can modify my article! :)

By: Gerry

Gerry — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 19:14:32 +0000

The description of the suspensory is not correct. A suspensory is an extremely comfortable support for the scrotum. It's there to lift not compress or constrict.

By: Medie007

Medie007 — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 11:14:59 +0000

lol.

don’t think any of these are comfortable. but jockstrap per se, i think it’s quite comfy. :D

thnks for dropping by ;)

By: Grey Ang

Grey Ang — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 07:20:26 +0000

yeah, Grey is the self proclaimed name and Ang is the surname. Thanks for linking!! :D

By: Dhar

Dhar — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 06:36:43 +0000

Hey is your name really Grey Ang? If it is, COOL! I just linked you on my blog but I’m not too sure about your name :/ sorry!