Priapism
Priapism can be a potentially dangerous condition in any man. Priapism is when a penis does not return to its normal flaccid state after sexual activity or arousal. A man with priapism will have an erection that lasts longer than four hours, despite the lack of physical and mental stimulation.
Although this condition can be embarrassing, it requires immediate medical attention. If left untreated, priapism can lead to blood clots and even gangrene. This may result in the necessary removal of the penis, something no man ever wants to contemplate.
There are certain medical conditions that can lead to priapism. They include the following:
- Spinal cord injury
- Sickle Cell Anemia
In addition, use of illicit drugs such as cocaine, can also lead to priapism. Excessive use of alcohol has also been named a culprit in this serious condition.
Most men who suffer from priapism, however, suffer because they took drugs for treatment of erectile dysfunction. Certain prescriptive medications can actually lead to priapism. This is why there are so many warnings on drugs to cure erectile dysfunction regarding erections that last for four hours.
Priapism can be avoided if you simply say no to illicit drugs as well as those that are made to cure erectile dysfunction. You are better off taking natural remedies to cure this condition. There are plenty of herbal remedies on the market, including male enhancement drugs, that work to help with erectile dysfunction. They do not carry the potential of getting priapism.
If you find that you have an erection that lasts for four hours despite lack of stimulation, go to your emergency room for treatment of this potentially serious condition. Lack of treatment for priapism can lead to disastrous results, including the removal of the penis, sepsis and, in the worst case scenario, death.