Acrorthosis

  Acrorthosis: Definition

Acrorthosis is a medical term describing a condition where a person experiences frequent or excessive erections. Unlike priapism, these erections are not prolonged or stuck; instead, they occur often and repeatedly.

More About Acrorthosis

This is a rarely used term in modern medicine. People with acrorthosis may not always seek treatment, since the erections typically subside on their own. The main distinction from priapism is that acrorthosis involves repeated erections, while priapism involves an erection that does not go away.

  FAQ

1. What does acrorthosis mean?
It refers to a condition where someone has frequent or excessive erections that occur repeatedly but eventually subside.

2. How is acrorthosis different from priapism?
Priapism is a prolonged erection that doesn’t go away, while acrorthosis involves many erections that are temporary.

3. Is acrorthosis harmful?
Usually, it’s not considered harmful if erections subside naturally. However, if they cause pain or interfere with daily life, medical advice may be needed.

4. Can acrorthosis be treated?
Since it often resolves on its own, treatment isn’t always required. If it disrupts daily life, a doctor might check for hormonal or neurological factors.

5. Is acrorthosis a common diagnosis?
No. The term is rarely used in modern medical practice, and most cases are described under broader categories of erectile function.