Guys, let’s talk about what’s going on downstairs. It might be embarrassing, but taking care of yourself is important.

Have you noticed a curve? More pain, maybe? You might have a serious condition that can impact your urological health, as well as your sex life.

Peyronie’s disease, more commonly known as curvature of the penis, is something that 0.5% of adult males struggle with.

But what is it, and more importantly, how can you know if it’s something you struggle with? Keep reading as we outline three of the biggest symptoms of Peyronie’s disease to look out for.

1. An Excessively Curved Penis

Maybe the trickiest thing about spotting Peyronie’s disease signs is that, for the most part, penis curvature is normal. Most guys have at least a little bit of a curve.

However, when someone is struggling with Peyronie’s disease, their penis bends at a far more extreme angle. Think of it as the difference between a slight dip and a shape that almost resembles a ‘U’.

What’s more, curvature occurs over time, as plaque builds up inside penile tissue.

As a result of the increased curve, peyronies disease can make sex painful for both partners.

2. Pain Around the Groin

Curvature isn’t the only reason why having sex can be tough if you have Peyronie’s disease. The same plaque build-up that causes the penis to curve can lead to inflammation, particularly when getting an erection.

However, pain isn’t exclusive to sex. Instead, Peyronie’s disease can cause penile pain even when the penis is flaccid. This pain tends to be persistent, too, returning as plaque continues to build-up and the penis continues to change shape.

Speaking of erections, patients with Peyronie’s might notice difficulty maintaining erections. As Peyronie’s continues to develop, moving from the acute phase to the chronic phase, erections may become softer, making penetration a challenge.

3. Penile Deformity

Unfortunately, curvature isn’t the only issue to worry about with Peyronie’s disease. Some patients report shortening, indentation, or even ‘bottlenecking’, in which certain parts of the penis became thinner like an hourglass.

In some cases, this deformity is initiated by some form of trauma to the penis. After sustaining an injury, the scar tissue beneath the penis may form improperly, thus causing the aforementioned deformity.

In these cases, it’s tough to retain the penis’ normal shape. Surgery may become a necessity to repair it to its proper form.

Knowing the Signs of Peyronie’s Disease

If you’re concerned that you may have Peyronie’s disease, the best thing you can do for yourself (and your penis) is to schedule an appointment with your doctor. If your regular physician agrees with your concerns, they can refer you to a urologist who can better diagnose the issue.

Also, it’s important to note that is treatable, sometimes with medication and sometimes with surgery.

We hope you found this article helpful. And most importantly, we hope you’re staying safe. For more information on life’s biggest mysteries, make sure to check back with our blog for fresh, new content.