Peyronie's Disease Information

• Peyronie's

With Peyronie's disease, a plaque develops on the upper or lower side of the penis in the layers containing erectile tissue. This page on the eMedTV website discusses Peyronie's in detail, including possible causes and treatment options.

• 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 Disease Treatment Options

Among current Peyronie's disease treatment options, surgery is usually reserved for severe cases of the condition. This eMedTV resource discusses various Peyronie's disease treatment options, including experimental treatments that are being studied.

• 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.