About Peyronie Disease
Key Highlights
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Specialized care from an andrologist, an expert in male sexual and reproductive health.Personalized treatment plan based on curvature severity, plaque location, and patient goals.Aims to reduce penile curvature, alleviate pain, and improve erectile function.Range of options from non-invasive therapies to advanced surgical correction.Focus on restoring sexual confidence and intimate relationship quality.
Who is this surgery for?
- Significant penile curvature causing pain during erection or intercourse.
- Progressive curvature that interferes with or prevents sexual activity.
- Presence of a palpable, firm plaque (scar tissue) in the penile shaft.
- Erectile dysfunction associated with the penile deformity.
- Stable disease (curvature not changing for at least 3-6 months) for surgical consideration.
- Psychological distress or relationship difficulties due to the penile shape.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive consultation and physical examination by the andrologist.
- Possible imaging tests, like a penile Doppler ultrasound, to assess plaque and blood flow.
- Detailed discussion of medical history, current medications, and allergies.
- For surgical plans: pre-operative blood tests, ECG, and chest X-ray as advised.
- Discontinuation of blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) as per doctor's instructions.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours prior to a scheduled surgical procedure.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection, bleeding, or hematoma at the treatment or surgical site.
- Changes in penile sensation (numbness or heightened sensitivity).
- Potential for recurrent or worsened curvature.
- Penile shortening, a common outcome of many corrective procedures.
- Erectile dysfunction, either new or worsening of pre-existing condition.
- Risks associated with anesthesia (for surgical options).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Post-procedure, a bandage or splint may be applied to support the penis.
- Oral pain medication and antibiotics may be prescribed to manage discomfort and prevent infection.
- Strenuous activity, heavy lifting, and sexual intercourse must be avoided for 4-6 weeks post-surgery.
- Follow-up appointments are crucial to monitor healing and outcomes.
- For injection therapy, multiple sessions are typically required over several weeks.
- Gradual return to normal activities as approved by the andrologist, with attention to any signs of complication.
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Typical hospital stay: 0-2 days
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Expected recovery time: 4-6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering peyronie disease in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for peyronie disease compare across other countries where we have data.
Vivaan Patel, a 42-year-old software engineer...
Vivaan Patel, a 42-year-old software engineer and father of two, had always been active and healthy. Over the past 18 months, he noticed a gradual, painful curvature during erections that made intimacy with his wife increasingly difficult and anxiety-inducing. A distinct, hard plaque had formed on the left side of his penis. After months of silent worry and strained intimacy, he confided in his primary care doctor, who referred him to an andrologist. The specialist confirmed Peyronie's disease and, after a period of monitoring showed the condition was stable but causing significant functional and psychological distress, recommended a minimally invasive procedure: Xiaflex® collagenase injections. Vivaan underwent a series of injections in the clinic. The injections were uncomfortable, and he had to perform specific penile modeling exercises at home, which felt awkward but necessary. Over the following months, the curvature improved by about 40%. While not perfectly straight, the reduction was enough to restore comfortable sexual function. Emotionally, Vivaan journeyed from shame and isolation, feeling his masculinity was broken, to profound relief and regained confidence. Opening up to his wife about the process brought them closer, and he felt like a partner in his health again.