Peyronie Disease

Important
It is possible that the main title of the report Peyronie Disease is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report.

Synonyms

Chronic Cavernositis
Fibrous Cavernositis
Fibrous Plaques of the Penis
Fibrous Sclerosis of the Penis
Penile Fibromatosis
Penile Fibrosis
Penile Induration
Plastic Induration Corpora Cavernosa
Plastic Induration of the Penis
Van Buren's Disease

Disorder Subdivisions

None

General Discussion

Peyronie disease is a rare connective tissue disorder characterized by the development of fibrous plaques in the soft tissue of the penis of adult males. Affected individuals may experience pain, have cord-like lesions on the penis, and/or exhibit abnormal curvature of the penis when erect. In some cases, these conditions may make it impossible for many affected individuals to have normal sexual intercourse unless treated. Symptoms may be chronic, or may spontaneously resolve in some cases. The exact cause of Peyronie disease is not known.

Resources

American Urological Association Foundation
1000 Corporate Blvd.
Linthicum, MD 21090
USA
Tel: 4106893700
Fax: 4106893800
Tel: 8667464282
Email: auafoundation@auafoundation.org
Internet: http://www.auafoundation.org

NIH/National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse
3 Information Way
Bethesda, MD 20892-3580
Tel: (800)891-5390
Email: nkudic@info.niddk.nih.gov
Internet: http://kidney.niddk.nih.gov/

For a Complete Report

This is an abstract of a report from the National Organization for Rare Disorders, Inc. ® (NORD). A copy of the complete report can be obtained for a small fee by visiting the NORD website. The complete report contains additional information including symptoms, causes, affected population, related disorders, standard and investigational treatments (if available), and references from medical literature. For a full-text version of this topic, see http://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdblist.html

The information provided in this report is not intended for diagnostic purposes. It is provided for informational purposes only. NORD recommends that affected individuals seek the advice or counsel of their own personal physicians.
It is possible that the title of this topic is not the name you selected. Please check the Synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and Disorder Subdivision(s) covered by this report.
This disease entry is based upon medical information available through the date at the end of the topic. Since NORD's resources are limited, it is not possible to keep every entry in the Rare Disease Database completely current and accurate. Please check with the agencies listed in the Resources section for the most current information about this disorder.
For additional information and assistance about rare disorders, please contact the National Organization for Rare Disorders at P.O. Box 1968, Danbury, CT 06813-1968; phone (203) 744-0100; web site www.rarediseases.org or email orphan@rarediseases.org
Last Updated: 11/28/2005
Copyright 1987, 1989, 1996, 1998, 2000, 2005 National Organization for Rare Disorders, Inc.

Go to top of page

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. How this information was developed to help you make better health decisions.