Peyronie's Disease General
Peyronie’s disease was first described in 1973 by a French surgeon Francois Gigot de la Peyroine. It is also called the Curved Penis.
Penis is a vital organ of a man’s body. Its role is crucial in Urination, Sexual pleasures and Reproduction. Peyronie’s disease affects the Penis when having an erection. It causes an erect Penis to bend either way (upwards, downwards or sideways). Having a small degree of curve when Penis is erect is common. But, experiencing pain and having a severe bend during erection may be a problem. You should get yourself checked from a Healthcare Professional.
Peyronie’s disease is a result of formation of scar tissues (plaque) along the length of the Penis. Plaque in Peyronie’s disease is not similar to the plaque formed in arteries. This plaque is not harmful and also noncancerous.
What causes Peyronie's disease is still unknown. However, common suspects in the formation of plaque are thought to be a severe and repeated injury to the Penis, Inheritance, auto immune diseases and side effects of a certain Medication.
Peyronie’s disease is commonly found in a person having history of High Blood Pressure, High Diabetes, Smoking and Alcoholism. A person suffering from Peyronie’s disease may experience a painful Erection, Erectile Dysfunction, Curved Penis, shortening of the Penis and formation of thick tissues around the shaft of the Penis. It may also cause Stress and Depression as a result of inability in having sexual intercourse.
Peyronie’s disease is believed to be a result of an injury to the penis. Men are advised not to let their Penis bend while having sex. Avoid experimenting sexual postures seen on the internet or other media as these may harm your Penis.