A member asked:

Can an erection be killed by a blood clot that gets stuck after the erection manifests? if so, will other symptoms appear? like soreness in legs, dizziness?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Priapism : Priapism is persistent erection of the penis for six hours or longer which is not caused by sexual stimulation or desire. It is a medical emergency emergency. If not treated within 4 to 6 hours there could be permanent damage to the the penis.

Answered 10/3/2016

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