What is Priapism?

[Lorenzo]

Priapism is a persistent, usually painful, erection that lasts for more than four hours and occurs without sexual stimulation. The condition develops when blood in the penis becomes trapped and unable to drain. If the condition is not treated immediately, it can lead to scarring and permanent erectile dysfunction.

It can occur in all age groups, including newborns. However, it usually affects men between the ages of 5 to 10 years and 20 to 50 years.

[Lorenzo]

tsk tsk, i had the unfortunate pleasure in assisting a surgeon help a patient with this condition. the surgical team reduced the priapism and related paraphimosis. it was very tedious, to say the least.