Innovative Treatment For Peyronie’s Disease

Penises vary in shape and size, and having a curved erection isn’t necessarily a cause for concern. But if it is causing pain, painful erections, stress or anxiety, you should get checked.

The cause of Peyronie’s disease is not completely known. However, factors such as genetics and trauma to the penis, which can occur due to injury or invasive penile procedures, may contribute to the disease.

Peyronie’s disease is a disorder affecting about three percent of men middle-age and older. The condition is caused by the formation of dense, fibrous scar tissue, or plaque, in the penis’ tunica albuginea, the sheath that surrounds the erectile tissue.

Dr. Lander’s Approach to Peyronie’s Disease
Due to the formation of scar tissue in the penis, patients with Peyronie’s disease may experience pain and a curvature or distortion, such as a shortening or narrowing of the penis, during an erection. In severe cases, these symptoms may lead to erectile dysfunction.

In about 15 percent of cases, Peyronie’s disease spontaneously resolves itself without treatment. However, more than 40 percent of cases may worsen. If treatment is necessary, oral medications, injections and surgery may be used. Therapy for the condition aims to relieve symptoms and preserve erectile function.

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What causes Peyronie’s Disease?

The cause of Peyronie’s disease isn’t totally understood, but a number of factors appear to be involved. It’s thought Peyronie’s disease generally results from repeated injury to the penis. This can happen during rough sex, athletic activity or as a result of an accident. However, most often, no specific trauma to the penis is recalled.

What are the symptoms of Peyronie’s Disease?

The most common symptoms include:

  • Scar tissue – The scar tissue (plaques) associated with Peyronie’s disease can be felt under the skin of the penis as flat lumps or a band of hard tissue.
  • A significant bend to the penis – The penis might be curved upward, downward or bent to one side. In some cases, the erect penis might have narrowing, indentations or an hourglass appearance, with a tight, narrow band around the shaft.
  • Erection problems – Sufferers of Peyronie’s disease might have trouble getting or maintaining an erection (erectile dysfunction).
  • Shortening of the penis – The penis might become shorter.
  • Pain – There might be penile pain, with or without an erection.