paraphimosis

paraphimosis definition - medical

par·a·phi·mo·sis (părˌə-fī-mōˈsĭs)

noun
  1. Constriction of the glans penis by a phimotic foreskin, which has been retracted behind the corona. Also called capistration.
  2. Retraction of the lid behind a protruding eyeball.

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