Priapism - a painful erection that does not go away
Peyronie's disease - bending of the penis during an erection due to a hard lump called a plaque
Balanitis - inflammation of the skin covering the head of the penis, most often in men and boys who have not been circumcised
Penile cancer - a rare form of cancer, highly curable when caught early
Symptoms of Penis Disorders
The following features are indicative of Penis Disorders:
trouble getting an erection
trouble keeping an erection
reduced sexual desire
bleeding during urination
discharge from your penis
severe pain after trauma to your penis
warts, bumps, lesions or a rash on your penis
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Common Causes of Penis Disorders
The following are the most common causes of Penis Disorders:
heart disease
clogged blood vessels
high cholesterol
high blood pressure
diabetes
obesity
Other Causes of Penis Disorders
The following are the less common causes of Penis Disorders:
metabolic syndrome
Parkinson's disease
Peyronie's disease
tobacco use
alcoholism abuse
sleep disorders
treatments for prostate cancer or enlarged prostate
surgeries or injuries that affect the pelvic area or spinal cord
unprotected sex
smoking
psychological problems such as depression, anxiety and stress
neurological conditions such stroke, spinal cord and back injuries, multiple sclerosis, and dementia
Risk Factors for Penis Disorders
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Penis Disorders:
diabetes
heart conditions
tobacco use
being overweight
prostate surgery
radiation treatment for cancer
alcohol consumption
prolonged bicycling
Prevention of Penis Disorders
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Penis Disorders. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
work with your doctor to manage diabetes, heart disease or other chronic health conditions
see your doctor for regular checkups and medical screening tests
stop smoking
limit or avoid alcohol
don't use illegal drugs
exercise regularly
take steps to reduce stress
get help for anxiety, depression or other mental health concerns
Occurrence of Penis Disorders
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Penis Disorders cases seen each year worldwide:
Very common > 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
Penis Disorders most commonly occurs in the following age group:
Aged > 50 years
Common Gender
Penis Disorders can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Penis Disorders
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Penis Disorders:
Physical exam : This might include careful examination of your penis and testicles and checking your nerves for sensation
Blood tests: A sample of your blood might be sent to a lab to check for signs of heart disease, diabetes, low testosterone levels and other health conditions
Urine tests : Like blood tests, urine tests are used to look for signs of diabetes and other underlying health conditions
Ultrasound: It involves using a wand like device held over the blood vessels that supply the penis. It creates a video image to let your doctor see if you have blood flow problems
Overnight erection test: Most men have erections during sleep without remembering them. This simple test involves wrapping a special device around your penis before you go to bed
Psychological exam: Your doctor might ask questions to screen for depression and other possible psychological causes of erectile dysfunction
Doctor for Diagnosis of Penis Disorders
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Penis Disorders:
Urologist
Endocrinologist
Complications of Penis Disorders if untreated
Yes, Penis Disorders causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Penis Disorders is left untreated:
unsatisfactory sex life
stress or anxiety
embarrassment or low self-esteem
relationship problems
inability to get your partner pregnant
Procedures for Treatment of Penis Disorders
The following procedures are used to treat Penis Disorders:
Testosterone replacement: To correct the erectile dysfunction
Alprostadil intraurethral (Muse) therapy: To insert the suppository into your penile urethra
Penis pumps: To create a vacuum that pulls blood into your penis
Penile implants: To control when and how long you have an erection
Self-care for Penis Disorders
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Penis Disorders:
Regular exercise: Improves the erectile dysfunction
Avoid smoking
Patient Support for Treatment of Penis Disorders
The following actions may help Penis Disorders patients:
Psychological counseling: Helps in dealing with the disease
Involve your sexual partner: Helps you in treating the disease