Men in the UK and abroad are being warned by doctors and s** educators in May 2026 that 'ballmaxxing' – the trend of injecting fluid into the scrotum to inflate the testicles – is not only risky but could cause permanent damage to fertility and blood supply.
Ballmaxxing has been incubating in niche online forums for years, but has recently burst into wider view through social media clips, Reddit threads and adult content sites. Enthusiasts inject saline and, in some cases, surgical lubricant directly into the scrotum to create a swollen, pendulous effect that can last hours. The practice has spawned a dedicated Reddit subculture with more than 8,700 followers, where users trade photos, tips and what they describe as 'aspirational' results, often with minimal reference to medical advice.
