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Thursday, October, 29, 2009

Penis Anatomy

Health Encyclopedia: Penis

Definition

The penis is the male organ used for urination and sexual intercourse. It is made of spongy tissue and blood vessels. The shaft of the penis surrounds the urethra and is connected to the pubic bone. The foreskin covers the head (glans) of the penis. The foreskin is removed if the boy is circumcised.

The penis is located above the scrotum.


Information

During puberty, the penis lengthens. The ability to ejaculate begins around 12 to 14 years of age.

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Medications

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...dysfunction). It works by helping the blood flow into the penis to achieve and maintain an... Read more »

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...dysfunction). It works by helping the blood flow into the penis to achieve and maintain an... Read more »

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...effects occur: redness/tenderness/swelling of the penis lumps/unusual curving of the penis ... Read more »

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...PENILE Pronounced: (al-PROS-ta-dil) Side Effects Penis/testicle/groin pain, minor bleeding or... Read more »

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...sildenafil works by helping the blood flow into the penis to achieve and maintain an erection.... Read more »

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