Scar tissue forms in the thick sheath of tissue surrounding, causing pain that can lead to abnormal curvature, erectile dysfunction- so struggling to get or maintain a normal erection, indentation, loss of girth and shortening.
The condition may also make sexual intercourse painful and/or difficult,
A Urologist may be able to diagnose the disease. An ultrasound can provide conclusive evidence of Peyronie's disease, ruling out congenital curvature or other disorders.
The disorder is confined to the penis, although a substantial number of men with Peyronie's exhibit other connective tissue disorders in the hand- Dupurytrens contracture and feet.