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Check with a clinician first if you take blood-thinning medication, have a bleeding disorder, have circulation problems or nerve-related numbness, or are using any prescribed erection treatment. A clinician who knows your health history can tell you whether constriction rings or vacuum devices are suitable for you and how to use them safely.
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