Peyronie’s disease

In Peyronie’s disease, firm scar tissue forms in the wall of the penis, which can make an erection painful, shorter, narrower or noticeably curved. A sudden snap with swelling and bruising during sex may be a penile fracture; a painful erection that does not go away is also an immediate emergency.

• A new upward, downward or sideways curve, mainly visible during a full erection.
• A hard, flat plaque, cord or thickening under the skin of the shaft.
• Never force an erect penis straight or use homemade weights, clamps, forceful massage or injections bought online.
• Use lubricant and choose sexual positions where you can control the angle and movement to limit further bending injuries.
• Make an appointment for a new hard area, increasing curvature, painful erections, narrowing or shortening of the penis.
• For urgent GP care outside normal opening hours, call HAP 9252. Call Ambulance 912 only for an immediately life-threatening situation.