dartos

muscle

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effect on scrotum

  • male and female reproductive systems
    In human reproductive system: The scrotum

    …layer of involuntary muscle, the dartos, which can alter the appearance of the scrotum. On exposure of the scrotum to cold air or cold water, the dartos contracts and gives the scrotum a shortened, corrugated appearance; warmth causes the scrotum to become smoother, flaccid, and less closely tucked in around…

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