What is the characteristic penile finding in Peyronie's disease?

What is the characteristic penile finding in Peyronie's disease?

• A. Curved penis
• B. Straight penis
• C. Penile swelling
• D. Penile ulcers

Answer: (D)

Peyronie’s disease happens when fibrous plaques form in the tunica albuginea, causing the penis to bend or curve during erection. This curvature is the hallmark finding, reflecting the localized stiff plaque altering elasticity as the penis rises to full erection. Painful erections and sometimes erectile dysfunction can accompany it. Penile swelling or ulcers aren’t typical features of this condition, and a straight penis would be more consistent with the absence of plaque. So, the curved penis best fits the characteristic presentation.

Peyronie’s disease happens when fibrous plaques form in the tunica albuginea, causing the penis to bend or curve during erection. This curvature is the hallmark finding, reflecting the localized stiff plaque altering elasticity as the penis rises to full erection. Painful erections and sometimes erectile dysfunction can accompany it. Penile swelling or ulcers aren’t typical features of this condition, and a straight penis would be more consistent with the absence of plaque. So, the curved penis best fits the characteristic presentation.