Frenular delta

Frenular delta is a term used in anatomy to describe the triangular area on the underside of the penis, where the frenulum of the penis is connected to the glans penis. The frenular delta is an area of high sensitivity and is often considered an erogenous zone.

Anatomy

The frenular delta is located on the ventral aspect of the penis, at the junction of the glans penis and the frenulum. The frenulum itself is a thin band of elastic tissue that connects the glans penis to the foreskin. The frenular delta is named for its triangular shape, similar to the Greek letter delta.

The frenular delta is rich in nerve endings, making it highly sensitive to touch. This sensitivity can contribute to sexual pleasure and orgasm in some men. The frenular delta, along with the frenulum and the glans penis, is covered by the foreskin in uncircumcised men.

Clinical significance

Due to its high sensitivity, the frenular delta can be affected by various medical conditions. These include frenulum breve, where the frenulum is too short and restricts the movement of the foreskin, and frenulum tear or rupture, which can occur during sexual activity or masturbation.

Treatment for these conditions can include frenuloplasty, a surgical procedure to lengthen the frenulum, or circumcision, which removes the foreskin and exposes the frenular delta.

See also

• Frenulum of prepuce of penis
• Frenulum breve
• Frenuloplasty of prepuce of penis