Peyronie’s disease is sometimes called “curved privates disease” or simply “curvature” because the scar tissue (or plaque) causes the privates to bend when aroused. However, many curved privates are ...

Peyronie’s disease may run in families and be linked to autoimmune conditions and connective tissue disorders. In Peyronie’s disease, scar tissue builds up and forms deposits called plaques under the ...

Peyronie’s disease often causes stress and anxiety, sometimes giving way to depression. Communication opens the door to exploring treatment options and learning how to cope. Peyronie’s disease is a ...