Penises do not all look alike, but there are some variations in size, shape, and projection that are a bit less common than others. For example, there’s Peyronie’s disease, which causes the penis to curve at angles that make it difficult for the passing of urine as well as sexual relations. Sometimes this disorder occurs at birth, in which case doctors can correct it relatively easily. When Peyronie’s disease develops in older patients, more invasive steps are usually necessary. Here’s what Peyronie’s disease is and how patients can recover from the symptoms.
Diagnosing Peyronie’s Disease
It is possible to be diagnosed with Peyronie’s disease during a routine physical examination or after you go to a urologist. Ultimately, the doctor examining you will look for signs of diminished functionality, not just differences in anatomy. In other words, a male with a curved penis is not automatically thought to have Peyronie’s disease. Unless your penis is functionally compromised in some way because of a distinctive curvature or size differentiation, you will not be diagnosed with Peyronie’s disease by a competent doctor.
Is a Full Recovery from Peyronie’s Disease Possible?
You can function perfectly well after getting diagnosed and being treated for Peyronie’s disease. Most of the time, a penile implant will be inserted to help straighten the penis out and reduce the symptoms of this disorder. There may also be various minor penile surgeries that can be performed that might help to reduce the angle of your penile curvature, but you should discuss with your urologist what your personal options are for treating Peyronie’s disease.
Is it Possible to Confuse Peyronie’s Disease for a Simple Curvature of the Penis?
As stated earlier, penises do not all look the same. On the other hand, a severely curved penis just won’t function normally. When the urethra makes a sharp turn, urine may be partially blocked or completely unable to pass. A severely curved penis is also not conducive for engaging in sexual relations. The only way that you could confuse Peyronie’s disease for a curved penis is if you were to try and diagnose yourself. Always depend on the advice and knowledge of trained urologists when dealing with penile disorders.
Peyronie’s disease encompasses all severe penile curvatures that impact the way that they function. Surgical solutions including penile implants can completely alleviate their symptoms.
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