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Recurrent priapism in the setting of cannabis use.

Sebastian MontgomeryKristal SirjuJoseph BearLatha GantiJohn Shivdat
Published in: Journal of cannabis research (2020)
Priapism (persistent and painful erection of the penis) is a notable urological emergency, with over 90% of those remaining erect for 24 h losing sexual function. Drug-induced priapism is common in the adult population, with intracavernosal injectables for erectile dysfunction topping the list. A variety of illicit drugs associated with priapism have been described; however, we are not aware of any other case reports showing cannabis alone as the inciting factor. Here, we present a case of a healthy 32-year-old African American man with a history of stuttering (recurrent) priapism secondary to mild cannabis substance use without comorbid substance use, licit or illicit.
Keyphrases
  • drug induced
  • african american
  • liver injury
  • emergency department
  • healthcare
  • public health
  • adverse drug