Penile curvature is a common but often overlooked health problem in men. This condition, which can be congenital or acquired, can cause pain, sexual dysfunction and loss of self-confidence in some men. So when should penile curvature be treated? In this article, we discuss in detail when penile curvature becomes a serious problem and which symptoms should be treated.
When Does Penis Curvature Become a Serious Problem?
Penis curvature can be a natural condition that can occur in every man to some extent. In some cases, however, the curvature becomes a serious health problem that requires medical intervention. The following symptoms indicate that penile curvature has now exceeded normal limits and a specialist should be consulted:
1. If the Angle of Curvature is more than 30 Degrees
If the angle of curvature in the penis exceeds 30 degrees, this can lead to both aesthetic and functional problems.
2. If it prevents sexual intercourse
If the curvature interferes with healthy sexual intercourse or causes pain to the partner, treatment becomes inevitable.
3. If accompanied by pain and erectile dysfunction
Penile curvature can develop due to another underlying health problem, such as Peyronie’s disease. In this case, the curvature may be accompanied by pain during erection and erectile dysfunction.
4. If there is an increase in curvature over time
If the curvature is not constant and increases over time, this may be a sign of progressive tissue deterioration.
5. Causes Psychological and Social Problems
Obvious curvatures during erection can damage self-esteem, lead to abstinence from sexual intercourse and, over time, cause serious psychological problems. Such emotional effects also require treatment.
When Does Curvature Negatively Affect Sexual Life?
Penis curvature While in some men it may be so mild as to be unnoticeable, in some cases it has a direct negative impact on sexual life. At the point where the curvature starts to affect sexual intercourse, it is no longer just an aesthetic problem and becomes a medical problem.
- If there is pain and discomfort during sexual intercourse,
- If the curvature of the penis restricts intercourse positions,
- If it affects the quality of the erection,
- Causes pain and difficulty in the partner,
- If it triggers self-confidence and sexual aversion,
penis curvature starts to negatively affect sexual life.
The Right Time for Treatment: How Important is Early Intervention?
The treatment process in penile curvature is planned according to the severity and duration of the curvature and the complaints experienced by the patient. However, the most critical point here is to consult a physician at the right time. Early intervention both improves the patient’s quality of life and prevents problems that may progress.
Consulting a physician when symptoms such as pain, erectile dysfunction or difficulty during intercourse begin ensures that treatment planning is done properly. In delayed cases, as the curvature becomes more fixed, treatment with medication alone may not be sufficient and surgical intervention may be inevitable.
When Do Penis Curvatures That Require Surgery Occur?
Penile curvature is a health problem that can be seen in many men and in some cases can be serious. Not all curvatures require surgery, but in some special cases surgical intervention becomes inevitable.
Penis curvature treatmentIt should be shaped according to the degree of the patient’s complaints and the condition of the anatomical disorder. The same method is not applied to every patient. Therefore, the surgical decision must be made by a specialized urological surgeon.
Assoc. Dr. Ömer Bayrak offers both medical and surgical options to its patients with its long years of experience in the treatment of penile curvature. The most appropriate treatment approach is determined by considering the degree of curvature, the structure of the penis and the patient’s expectations.
If the curve affects your quality of life, restricts your sexual life and worsens over time, it would be the healthiest step to consult a specialist immediately.