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My 21/2 year old has had an erection for over an hour almost two he complained and I noticed it when I changed is diaper before nap and he woke up saying ouch with it after his nap which was unusually short about 45 minutes compared to a normal nap of almost 2 hours. I know erection can ne normal but should I be concerned at this length of time and him complaining
I understand your concern. Erection is kids is common, especially for boys from the time they are in the womb. It continues to happen many times in a day, even after birth. These occurs due to uncontrolled reactions of a healthy nervous system and parents need not worry about them. Erections that occur and subside by themselves must be ignored. 'Priapism' is when your child has an erection that lasts 4 hours or longer.
It is only when the erection happens for more than 4 hours, hurts the child and if the penis and scrotum appear hurt, swollen or red, you must consult a pediatrician.
Hope the information provided would be helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further. All the best.
Regards, Dr. Ashakiran S
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Hi, I understand your concern. Erection is kids is common, especially for boys from the time they are in the womb. It continues to happen many times in a day, even after birth. These occurs due to uncontrolled reactions of a healthy nervous system and parents need not worry about them. Erections that occur and subside by themselves must be ignored. Priapism is when your child has an erection that lasts 4 hours or longer. It is only when the erection happens for more than 4 hours, hurts the child and if the penis and scrotum appear hurt, swollen or red, you must consult a pediatrician. Hope the information provided would be helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further. All the best. Regards, Dr. Ashakiran S