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Priapism
Medical Questions » Priapism
| Name: Priapism |
| Also known as: |
| Abnormally prolonged penis erection. |
Causes of Priapism
Spinal cord injury, bladder stones, blood diseases (eg. leukaemia in children), stroke, uncontrolled diabetes, some forms of widespread cancer, injury to the penis, excess dose of alprostadil (Caverject, Muse), illegal drugs (eg. cocaine, marijuana) and prescription drugs (eg. prazosin, heparin). Rarely a result of excessive sexual stimulation. |
Symptoms of Priapism
Penis remains persistently, inappropriately and painfully erect for a long period of time. |
Tests for Priapism
Any underlying cause needs to be excluded by appropriate tests. |
Treatment for Priapism
Warm packs, pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) tablets, and syringes to draw excess blood from the penis.
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Complications of Priapism of its treatment
Permanent damage to the penis may occur due to the constant pressure on the tissue. |
Likely Outcome of Priapism
Settles well with treatment. |
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