The management of Peyronie's disease: Evidence-based 2010 guidelines - Abstract

Fri, 18 June 2010

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Surgery has not been necessary for my Peyronie's which developed as a result of a TURP prostate operation. I have had great luck with VED- or vaccuum therapy and also have had verapimil injections, iontophoresis and a couple of other things. All better than surgery I think. I am glad to 'know that work is being done to evaluate Peyronie's in the field of Urology worldwide.

gterrell@gadsdenstate.edu |22/06/2010|11:24 AM

Last week I (age 50) informed my brother (52) that my Peyronie's disease (PD), diagnosed four years earlier, was getting progressively worse. He informed me that he too has it -- news to me -- and a recent occurrence to him. Mentioning to my mother that I'd gone to a Urologist and was seeking a second opinion regarding an ailment that, surprisingly, I shared with my brother, she uttered the word, "Peyronie's?" I confirmed. "Your father has it too." And not only does my Dad have it, she informed me that his Korean War buddy and best friend has it too. Had I not mentioned it I would not have learned how prevalent it can be. In general men don't talk to each other. More often than not men suffer most all illnesses in silence, avoiding doctors and medical treatment. Males, Urologists included, need to break this inclination towards silence and loneliness. We need to create order, build consensus, and prevail in understanding PD. Find a treatment, great. But not talking to each other? End that.

Egraham93@aol.com |22/06/2010|11:18 AM