Info on Peyronie's Disease

• Peyronie's Disease

Peyronie's disease involves a plaque that develops on the penis in the layers containing erectile tissue. This eMedTV resource explains how pain and lack of flexibility associated with Peyronie's disease can affect sexual intercourse.

• Cause of Peyronie's Disease

While researchers have not identified the specific cause of Peyronie's disease, they have formulated theories. This eMedTV segment explores physical trauma or autoimmune disease as a possible cause of Peyronie's disease.

• Diagnosing Peyronie's

When diagnosing Peyronie's disease, a physical exam is usually all that is required. This section of the eMedTV library discusses the process used in diagnosing Peyronie's and explains why a doctor might recommend an ultrasound scan of the penis.

• Peyronie's Treatment

In severe cases of the disease, Peyronie's treatment may require surgery. In addition to the types of surgery available, this eMedTV article discusses experimental Peyronie's treatments, such as steroids and radiation therapy.

• Peyronie's Disease Cure

At this point, there is no Peyronie's disease cure; however, the condition may improve in some men without treatment. This eMedTV article describes current treatment recommendations, like surgery, until a Peyronie's disease cure becomes available.

• Natural Cures for Peyronie's Disease

Unproven treatments are marketed as "natural cures for Peyronie's disease," but there's no cure for the disease -- natural or otherwise. This eMedTV Web page discusses so-called natural cures for Peyronie's disease, such as vitamin E.