Can Girls Experience Erections?

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Girls do experience a form of erection, primarily related to the clitoris, which swells during sexual arousal. This physiological response is similar to male erections and is a normal part of female sexual arousal. Additionally, the nipples may also become erect during this process. The discussion emphasizes that the question is valid and highlights the similarities in sexual responses between genders.
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Do girls technically get erections?

I remember reading somewhere that they did. ... lol I assumed they were talking about the clitoris. Has anyone heard of this? Am I retarded :P
 
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Jules18 said:
Do girls technically get erections?

I remember reading somewhere that they did. ... lol I assumed they were talking about the clitoris. Has anyone heard of this? Am I retarded :P

Your question is not retarded, and yes, they are referring to the swelling of the clitorus during sexual arousal.
 
The nipples also "erect" slightly.
 

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