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Diagnosis
Your doctor will ask you about your symptoms and will examine your penis, looking for tender, firm areas of scar tissue (plaques) during a physical examination. Usually, this is all that is needed to diagnose the problem. If your doctor needs more information, he or she may order an X-ray to look for calcium deposits in scar tissue, or ask you to bring in photographs of your erect penis to better determine the extent of the damage. In addition, men who are considering surgery may be...
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Penis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
The penis is the male organ used for urination and sexual intercourse. The penis is located above the scrotum. It is made of spongy tissue and blood... Read more »
Erection self-test
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
An erection self-test is a method to determines a man's ability or inability to achieve an erection during sleep. Alternative Names ... Read more »
Premature Ejaculation
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Erection self-test
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Nocturnal penile tumescence (NPT) stamp test; Nighttime penile tape test References Lue TF, Broderick GA. Evaluation and management of... Read more »
Erection self-test
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