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Peyronie's disease

Also called: penile fibrosis
Fibrous scar tissue inside the penis that causes curved, painful erections.
  • Treatable by a medical professional
  • Usually self-diagnosable
  • Lab tests or imaging not required
  • Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong
Peyronie's disease is caused by repeated penile injury, typically during sex or physical activity.
Common: More than 200,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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