Curvature of the Penis (Peyronie's Disease)

When To Call A Professional

Call your doctor if:

• You notice new curvature of your penis.

• You experience pain during intercourse.

• You develop difficulties with erections.

• You notice a firm or painful lump on your penis.

Prognosis

One-third to one-half of men with Peyronie's disease improve without treatment. Other men have mild symptoms (such as mild curvature or decrease in erections) that can be tolerated and that do not interfere with sexual activity, so they choose not to seek treatment. Only a minority of men eventually will require surgery.

Peyronie's disease never develops into cancer or other serious conditions.

Additional Info

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disorders Office of Communications and Public Liaison Building 31, Room 9A04 Center Drive, MSC 2560 Bethesda, MD 20892-2560 Phone: (301) 496-3583 Fax: (301) 496-7422 http://www.niddk.nih.gov/

American Urological Association 1000 Corporate Blvd. Linthicum, MD 21090 Phone: (410) 689-3700 Toll-Free (U.S. only): (866) 746-4282 Fax: (410) 689-3800 http://www.urologyhealth.org/

National Organization for Rare Disorders, Inc. P.O. Box 8923 New Fairfield, CT 06812-8923 Phone: (203) 746-6518 Toll-Free: (800) 999-6673 Fax: (203) 746-6481 http://www.rarediseases.org/