<s>[INST] I just had a temporal lobectomy done about five days ago. My doctor told me to lay low and take it easy for about a month to three months because he doesn t want bleeding or pressure in my head. I assume this means I can not have sex for that amount of time. Am I atleast able to masterbate? When can I have sex? [/INST] Hi, Thanks for writing in. Having a temporal lobectomy is a major procedure, and you must avoid situations causing increased pressure in your brain. Sex is an intense physical activity and can cause raised blood pressure and more blood flow t the brain causing problems to healing. It is best to avoid sex for 6 weeks and then slowly start having sex with the least discomfort. Masturbation also causes the similar effects on the brain and can be hazardous at the moment. Please wait a month before you masturbate. Sex and masturbation should be slow and without force in the beginning. You can use a lot of lubrication jelly and remind your partner to be gentle. It does not mean you cannot express your sexual desires for a month. Please use this period to create an emotional bond with your partner and to get closer and this will help you recover quick. </s>