Hi, I have general anxiety and I have tried different ways of relaxing, but what seems to work best for me is masturbation. However, I am concern because I find that it can also triggers my anxiety symptoms, like a tension in my head and heart palpitations. The palpitations happens afterwards. Has anyone ever experience such symptoms during/after masturbating?

A little history:
I am no newbie to masturbating, I have a long history of it. Masturbating does not hinder me having sex with my wife. I love having sex with her. I have no interest in having sex with other people. But I do know I need a little extra sometimes. I got to handle business when she is not in the mood.

It just occurred to me, that I don't have the symptoms when having sex.