Peyronie's disease is a buildup of scar tissue, also known as plaque, in the penis. It causes curved, painful erections. If you've had a curved erection for a long time, there's a good chance that's simply the natural shape of your penis.
A curved erection isn't necessarily a sign of Peyronie's disease. However, if you've noticed any troubling changes to the appearance of your penis, or are experiencing pain, with or without an erection, schedule an appointment at Happy Valley Clinic right away.
In addition to bent or curved erections, Peyronie's disease may cause your penis to shorten or narrow. You may also notice hard lumps on at least one side of your penis.
Peyronie's disease is a common cause of erectile dysfunction. You may be unable to achieve or maintain an erection. Additionally, if the curve is severe enough, you may find it difficult or impossible to have sex.
The symptoms of Peyronie's disease can be mild, moderate, or severe. Depending on your situation, you may develop it suddenly or gradually. Often, the pain decreases over time, but the condition may still cause a permanent curve even after other symptoms improve.
The exact cause of Peyronie's disease is unknown. In some cases, men develop it following an injury to the penis, which results in the development of scar tissue.
Often, people with Peyronie's disease can't trace it to a specific incident. as you may develop it gradually. Peyronie's disease can also be the result of repeated forceful activity over time, which causes many tiny injuries and eventually causes scar tissue to develop.
Peyronie's disease may be hereditary. It's more common among people with a family history. Certain conditions, including autoimmune and connective tissue disorders, are also connected to Peyronie's disease.
Some mild cases of Peyronie's disease go away on their own without causing any lasting changes. Still, it's best to have the team at Happy Valley Clinic evaluate your condition and inform you of your treatment options. Learn about we use Focused Shockwave Therapy to treat Peyronie's disease.
If you have a mild, early case of Peyronie's disease, your doctor may recommend a wait-and-see approach. That means you and your doctor closely monitor your condition and may begin a treatment course if it worsens.
Treatment options range from medications to focused shockwave therapy. Surgery is not usually necessary. Our doctors recommend surgery only in severe cases; in those instances, we will refer you to a competent medical surgeon if required.
Peyronie's disease is a condition of the connective tissues in the penis. It affects up to 20.3% of males and is marked by fibrotic plaques or scar tissue in the penis. It often results in penile curvature, painful erections, and various forms of sexual dysfunction.
In a recent study involving 52 patients suffering from Peyronie's disease, a total of 93% saw improvements in curvature and less pain during sexual intercourse following five weeks of treatment.
The True Pulse protocol using advanced forms of acoustic wave therapy has been shown to decrease the curvature and break up the plaque or scar tissue in the penis.
Please get in touch with us if you have questions. Sexual enhancement isn't just about treating erectile dysfunction. No matter your age or how satisfied you may be with your sex life, you can likely benefit from a boost in performance.
The team at Happy Valley Clinic offers sexual enhancement services to help men be the best versions of themselves. Call Happy Valley Clinic at 833-336-6386 today if you have questions concerning Peyronie's disease or treatment.
