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A member asked:

What can i do about an erection that's lasted for 4 hours without going to the doctor?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Immediate ER Visit: Needs immediate treatment by urologist. Can result in permanent erectile dysfuntion if left untreated.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Priapism: This is a TRUE medical emergency. This can't be handled with home remedies. Unless you want to potentially lose penile function it requires immediate attention.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 10/30/2018

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