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Glans penis
end of the penis / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The glans penis (or just glans) is the sensitive tip of the penis. It is also called the "head" of the penis. Slang names include "helmet" and "bell end". Usually, the glans is covered by the foreskin, except in men who have been circumcised.
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Synonyms | Glans |
Pronunciation | /ɡlænz/[1] |
Artery | Urethral artery |
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Latin | Glans penis |
TA | A09.4.01.007 |
FMA | 18247 |
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