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What Causes Curvature Of The Penis?
Curvature of the penis is an abnormal bend in the penis that occurs during erection. It is also called Peyronie's disease.
Alternative Names
Peyronie's disease
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
In Peyronie's disease, fibrous scar tissue develops under the skin of the penis. The cause of this fibrous tissue is not known.
Fracture of the penis (injury during intercourse) can lead to this condition. Patients have a higher risk after surgery or radiation treatment...
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Curvature of the Penis (Peyronie's Disease)
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? Peyronie's disease is a curve in the penis. Many men have a slight curve in the penis. As long as there is no pain or problem with sexual... Read more »
Drug May Treat Bent Penis Disorder
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Cancer: penis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Cancer of the penis is cancer that starts in the penis, an organ that makes up part of the male reproductive system. Alternative Names ... Read more »
Penis pain
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Penis pain is any pain or discomfort in the penis.Alternative NamesPain - penis; PriapismConsiderationsCommon CausesBladder stoneBites, either human... Read more »
Penis pain
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Pain - penis; PriapismHome CareHow you treat penis pain at home depends on its cause. Talk to your health care provider about treatment. Ice packs... Read more »
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