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Diagnosis/Education
Peyronie's disease is characterized by the formation of hardened tissue (fibrosis) in the penis that causes pain, curvature, and distortion, usually during erection.
According to a report published in 1995 by the National Institutes of Health, Peyronie's disease occurs in about 1% of men. It is most common between the ages of 45 and 60, but it also occurs in young and elderly men.
Peyronie's disease may be mild or severe, and may develop rapidly or over time. Symptoms include the following:
- Hardened tissue (plaque) in the penis
- Pain during erection
- Curve in the penis during erection
- Distortion of the penis (e.g., indentation, shortening)
Choosing the Treatment That's Right for You
Treatment options for patients with Peyronie's disease are limited. The goal of treatment is to reduce pain and maintain sexual function. Surgery is the only effective treatment, and because Peyronie's may resolve on its own, physicians often advise waiting 1 or 2 years before choosing this option.
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