Treatment options for a curved penis

Peyronie Disease - penile curve

Education is helpful and a Urologist is the specialist best equipped to help.

This condition is likely more common than the data given the highly personal nature. Estimates of 0.5 to 3% of men are cited but this is felt by experts to be an undestimation.

Peyronie's disease, also known as penile fibrosis or induratio penis plastica, is a condition characterized by the development of fibrous scar tissue inside the penis. This condition can result in penile curvature, pain during erections, and difficulty with sexual intercourse.

The exact cause of Peyronie's disease is not fully understood, but it is believed to involve the formation of plaques or scar tissue in the tunica albuginea, which is the fibrous sheath surrounding the erectile tissues of the penis. These plaques can cause the penis to bend or curve during erection, leading to discomfort and potential difficulties with sexual activity.

Symptoms of Peyronie's disease may include:

Penile curvature or bending: The penis may develop a curve or bend, which can vary in severity and direction. The curvature can make sexual intercourse challenging or painful.

Pain or discomfort: Some individuals may experience pain during erections or even when the penis is flaccid.

Erectile dysfunction: Peyronie's disease can sometimes result in difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection due to the presence of scar tissue.

Penile deformities: In some cases, the scar tissue can lead to other penile deformities, such as narrowing or shortening of the penis.

If you suspect you may have Peyronie's disease or are experiencing any symptoms related to it, it is important to consult with a healthcare professional, such as a urologist. They can evaluate your condition, provide a diagnosis, and discuss potential treatment options.

Treatment for Peyronie's disease can vary depending on the severity of symptoms and individual factors

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Here are some reference articles on Peyronie's disease and its treatment options:

Mulhall, J. P., Creech, S. D., Boorjian, S. A., Ghaly, S., Kim, E. D., Moty, A., ... & Stahl, P. J. (2021). Subjective and Objective Outcomes of Surgical Therapy for Peyronie's Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. The Journal of Sexual Medicine, 18(3), 535-547.

Hatzichristodoulou, G., Meisner, C., Gschwend, J. E., & Kübler, H. R. (2020). Surgical treatment of Peyronie's disease: current concepts and future directions. Nature Reviews Urology, 17(11), 651-667.

Levine, L. A., Larsen, S. M., & Graft, C. (2020). Surgery for Peyronie's Disease: Current Management and Contemporary Options for Patients. Sexual Medicine Reviews, 8(1), 79-91.

Taylor, F. L., & Levine, L. A. (2021). Emerging medical therapies for Peyronie's disease. Translational Andrology and Urology, 10(2), 1099-1107.

Chung, E. (2021). Current medical treatments for Peyronie's disease: A review of the literature. Sexual Medicine Reviews, 9(1), 70-79.

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