Tumescence

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Tumescence

Tumescence (pronounced: too-mes-uhns) is a medical term that refers to the state of being swollen or engorged, typically used in reference to the natural engorgement of certain tissues with blood, such as in the sexual organs during sexual arousal.

Etymology

The term "tumescence" originates from the Latin word "tumescere", which means "to swell". It is derived from the root word "tumere", which also means "to swell".

Related Terms

  • Erection: The state of the penis or clitoris when it becomes firm and engorged with blood, typically as a result of sexual arousal.
  • Vasocongestion: The increase of blood flow to certain parts of the body, often associated with sexual arousal.
  • Priapism: A potentially harmful and painful medical condition in which the erect penis or clitoris does not return to its flaccid state.
  • Engorgement: The state of being filled to excess, especially with blood or other fluids.

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