An erogenous zone (from Greek eros - love; and genein - to produce) is an area of the human body that has heightened sensitivity, the stimulation of which may result in the production of erotic sensations or sexual excitement. There are individual variations as to which areas of the body are erogenously sensitive. The most sensitive erogonous zones for a majority of men are the penis, the testicles and the anus; while for women it is the lips, clitoris, nipples, besides others.

Erogenous zones are either nonspecific or specific. The skin is similar to normal haired skin and has the normal high density of nerves and hair follicles. These areas include the sides and back of the neck, the inner arms, the axillae (armpits) and sides of the thorax.

An exaggerated tickle and anticipatory response are responsible for the heightened sensual response.

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