Bifid penis
Bifid Penis
Bifid penis (pronunciation: /ˈbɪfɪd ˈpiːnɪs/) is a medical term referring to a penis that is split into two distinct parts or shafts. This condition is rare in humans but is common in certain animal species, such as marsupials and reptiles.
Etymology
The term "bifid" originates from the Latin word "bifidus", meaning "split into two parts". The term "penis" is derived from the Latin word "penis", which means "tail".
Description
A bifid penis is characterized by the presence of two penile shafts instead of one. This condition can be congenital, meaning it is present at birth, or it can develop later in life due to injury or disease. The two shafts may be of equal size, or one may be larger than the other.
Related Terms
- Hypospadias: A condition in which the opening of the urethra is on the underside of the penis, rather than at the tip. This condition can sometimes be associated with a bifid penis.
- Epispadias: A rare type of malformation of the penis in which the urethra ends in an opening on the upper aspect (the dorsum) of the penis. It can also be associated with a bifid penis.
- Diphallia: A medical term for the condition where a male is born with two penises. This condition is different from a bifid penis, as the two penises in diphallia are usually fully formed, whereas in a bifid penis, the penis is split into two shafts.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bifid penis
- Wikipedia's article - Bifid penis
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