Penile fracture occurs when the penis is bent due to direct force during erection.
The penis does not have bones, but this does not mean it cannot break. Penile fractures should be treated as an emergency.
Although it might be uncomfortable to think about, it is still important to understand the facts. Let's take a look:
What is it?
What causes it?
How can it be prevented?
What are the symptoms?
How is it treated?
How long does it take to recover?
What is a penile fracture?
When the penis is erect, it may fracture due to sudden bending or excessive force, resulting in tearing of the internal structure.
Inside the penis, there are two cylindrical structures called the corpora cavernosa of the penis.
When these two pillars are filled with blood, it will cause an erection.
Two sponge columns are protected by a white membrane, which is a thick layer of protective tissue.
When an erect penis is forced to suddenly bend, the white membrane will tear.
This kind of white membrane tear is usually referred to as penile fracture.
If not treated in time, it can lead to some serious problems, such as erectile dysfunction, erectile pain and penile deformity, etc.
Symptoms of penile fracture
Some of the most common symptoms of penile fracture include:
Suddenly cracking or popping sounds occur when injured
Loss of erectile function after injury
Severe pain in the penis
Local or diffuse swelling of the penis
Subcutaneous bruising of the penis
Blood in urine or difficulty in urination
Penis bleeding
What causes a fracture of the penis?
The most common scenario is that a penile fracture occurs during sexual intercourse, when the penis slides in the wrong direction and is forcefully pushed towards the partner.
However, penile fractures can also occur for the following reasons:
Intense masturbation
Collisions with furniture, walls or door frames
Falling or accidentally rolling onto the erect part
In some cultures, there is a practice called "taqaandan" to change the shape of the penis or to cause the erection to subside
Treatment of penile fracture
The treatment for a fractured penis may include surgery or home care.
Home care may involve:
Using an ice pack to relieve pain and swelling
Wearing a bandage or splint to keep the penis in the correct position
Although certain home treatments after a penis fracture may be helpful, seeking the advice of a doctor is crucial.
It has been proven that repairing the torn tissue through surgery can provide better treatment outcomes for patients, as the complication rate of only home treatment is very high.
In fact, surgery is believed to have a 90% effect in restoring sexual function.
The treatment for a fractured penis is usually carried out immediately, usually within 24 hours of the injury.
The surgeon makes a small incision in the skin to enter the damaged area, or makes a circumcision incision to remove the glove to observe and repair.
Sutures are used to reconnect the torn white membrane area
The doctor will ensure that the urethra is not torn and also handle it
The goal is to ensure the restoration of erectile ability and that the penis heals correctly to avoid any type of deformity.