That said, I do recommend that everyone wear sensible - and clean - underwear in case there’s an emergency. Under no circumstances would I allow any mockery or criticism in a patient’s presence. I tell them to feign a coughing spell, excuse themselves, regain composure, then rejoin us. My nurses have excused themselves several times because they couldn’t keep a straight face. While I’m far from sheltered (thanks to Queerty and International Male), every so often, a patient comes in with underwear that makes it hard (no pun intended) to stay professional.
Some of the fashionable jocks favored by gay men are indeed very gay, which I find comparable to my girlfriend’s WonderBra and crotchless panties. Of course, the ones I wear are are very utilitarian and far from sexy, and my goal isn’t anatomical enhancement or easy access to my booty. They’re simply more comfortable and less restrictive for my active lifestyle. I’m straight and I wear jocks as much as I wear regular underwear.
