What is the term used for a persistent and sometimes painful erection?
A) Priapism
B) Anejaculation
C) Penile tumescence
D) Vasoconstriction

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Priapism is a medical condition characterized by a persistent and often painful erection that lasts for more than four hours, which is unrelated to sexual arousal. It is a medical emergency that requires immediate treatment to prevent tissue damage or permanent erectile dysfunction. B) Anejaculation refers to the inability to ejaculate semen during sexual activity. C) Penile tumescence is the physiological process of a penis becoming erect due to increased blood flow. D) Vasoconstriction refers to the narrowing of blood vessels, which can result in decreased blood flow to the penis and lead to erectile dysfunction.

What Is the Term Used for a Persistent and Sometimes