Flattening the Curve: Dr. Mistry on Surgical Treatments for Peyronie's Disease

Thanks for tuning in to the Armor Men’s Health Hour Podcast today, where we bring you the latest and greatest in urology care and the best urology humor out there.In this segment, Dr. Mistry and Donna Lee answer a listener's question on treatment for Peyronie's disease. If you have developed a bend in your penis or if, when erect, it stands at an unnatural angle, you may have Peyronie's disease. While the exact cause is unknown, Peyronie's disease may be caused by the slowly accumulating effects of microtrauma to the penis sustained during intercourse with a less-than-fully-erect penis. Scar tissue can develop along the penis shaft, causing the often painful and distressing changes associated with this incredibly common condition. More severe, acute trauma to the penis can also cause Peyronie's to develop practically overnight,Fortunately, there are many treatments for Peyronie's disease that address its various causes and effects. In this episode, Dr. Mistry explains some of the different treatments for Peyronie's. Injections of Xiaflex directly into the penile plaques (which break them down) have about a 70% success rate in reducing the penile curvature. If you've tried Xiaflex and it hasn't worked, surgical intervention is needed. There are two main types of surgery for Peyronie's disease.  In plaque excision and grafting surgery, they remove the hard plaque that's causing the curvature and replace it with a better, more pliable substance. In placation surgery, stitches are placed on the non-curved side of the penis to straighten the curve out. These two options have different costs/benefits to consider, but both are commonly performed by our expert surgeons and can make a real, lasting difference in your sex life! No matter your age or disease progression, getting an evaluation and proper measurement of your curvature by a urologist is essential in identifying the right treatment. We also love to offer second opinions! If you're not satisfied with the treatment you've received or the prognosis you've been given, please email or give us a call today! If you enjoyed today’s episode, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share us with a friend! As always, be well!Dr. Mistry is a board-certified urologist and has been treating patients in the Austin and Greater Williamson County area since he started his private practice in 2007.We enjoy hearing from you! Email us at [email protected] and we’ll answer your question in an upcoming episode!Phone: (512) 238-0762Email: [email protected]: Armormenshealth.comOur Locations:Round Rock Office970 Hester’s Crossing Road Suite 101 Round Rock, TX 78681South Austin Office6501 South Congress Suite 1-103 Austin, TX 78745Lakeline Office12505 Hymeadow Drive Suite 2C Austin, TX 78750Dripping Springs Office170 Benney Lane Suite 202 Dripping Springs, TX 78620