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Nitric oxide in the penis is involved in attaining an erection?

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Yes that’s true, it’s what causes an erection, or as the majority of 2020s population calls it Booooooonnnnmmerrrrrr haha !!
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Nitric oxide is a relaxant that allows blood vessels to open up or dilate, bringing increased blood flow and swelling of tissues. ... Endothelial nitrite oxide causes more tissue to relax and the process repeats until the penis is fully erect.

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