Common "nocturnal erection" queries answered by top doctors

Medical Conditions - Nocturnal Erection

Nocturnal erection, also medically called nocturnal penile tumescence (NPT), indicates erections occurring at night without any sexual stimulation. It is usual for men to have three to five erections in an eight-hour sleep, with each erection lasting to about half an hour. Erections usually occur during rapid eye movement sleep when there is only little production of norepinephrine, which prevents erection by stopping blood flow.

All nocturnal erection Q&A

How to manage nightfall that occurs 8 to 12 times a month?

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Answered By

Dr. Pahun Tiwari

How to manage unwanted erections during sleep?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The problem you mentioned is very common and affects both teenagers and adults frequently.

Answered By

Dr. Alka

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