Curvature of the penis

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Male reproductive anatomy Male reproductive system

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Curvature of the penis

• Painful erection
• Observable bend in the penis with erection
• Observable narrowing of the diameter of the penis with erection
• Thick band of hard tissue within the penis

Physical examination is sufficient to diagnose curvature of the penis. The hard plaques can be felt with or without erection. It may be necessary to use injectable medications to induce an erection for proper evaluation of the penile curvature.

The patient may also provide pictures of the erect penis for evaluation by the physician. Ultrasound of the penis may demonstrate the lesions in the penis, but is not necessary.

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