Peyronie's Disease
Peyronie’s disease is the bending or curving of the penis during an erection. It is caused by scar tissue in the part of the penis that becomes firm during an erection and can cause significant pain.
Peyronie’s disease is a disorder in which scar tissue, called plaque, forms in the penis. The plaque builds up inside the tissues of a thick, elastic membrane called the tunica albuginea. The most common area for the plaque is on the top or bottom of the penis.
The first symptoms of Peyronie’s disease are usually penile curvature and pain. If the care team suspects that a patient is experiencing Peyronie’s disease, they will perform a physical examination and assess the degree of curvature in the penis.
Following a Peyronie’s disease diagnosis, the care team will create a personalized treatment plan depending on the degree of curvature, whether it’s acute or chronic and other factors. Treatment may include medications, injections, surgery or penile traction.
When you come to City of Hope, you automatically gain access to support services to help you and your loved ones take each step during and after Peyronie's disease treatment.
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