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When it goes numb: pause, don't turn it up

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A dull, buzzing, "I can't feel much anymore" feeling during vibration usually means your nerve endings have got used to a signal that has not changed for a while. Strong vibration on sensitive skin before you are aroused makes this happen faster.

Turning it up usually makes it worse. What tends to help is change: move the toy somewhere else, switch patterns, lower the setting, or take it away for a minute and come back. The feeling usually returns after a rest.

If numbness, pain or swelling lasts after you stop, stop using the toy and talk to a doctor.

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