Description Peyronie's Dise...
Description
Peyronie's Disease is the inflammation and scarring along the shaft of the penis that result in an abnormal curvature of the penis. A mild curvature can be normal but a more severe curvature is most likely related to Peyronie's disease unless there has been trauma. Most cases are asymptomatic but other cases result in some degree of sexual dysfunction. It does appear to run in families and is most common between the ages of 45 and 60.
Symptoms
Symptoms may be limited to a curvature of the penis. This curvature can be upward, downward or sideways. Other individuals may experience pain with intercourse and others may have difficulty obtaining erections.
Tests
Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. The diagnosis can usually be made based on exam findings. The doctor may require pictures of your erect penis to confirm the diagnosis.
Specialists:
Urology
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. The diagnosis can usually be made based on exam findings. The doctor may require pictures of your erect penis to confirm the diagnosis.
Specialists:
Urology
Treatment
Treatment is not necessary in most cases. For severe cases, the FDA has approved collagenase (Xiaflex) injections. Other drugs have been tried both orally and by injection with minimal success. In very severe cases, corrective surgery can be considered.