Why does the penis bend when it is erect? Analyze physiological structure and common causes
Recently, discussions about men's health have become increasingly popular on social media, with "penis curvature during erection" becoming one of the hot topics. Many men are confused and even worried about this phenomenon. This article will combine medical knowledge and hot discussions on the Internet in the past 10 days to analyze the causes, types and response suggestions of penile erectile curvature in the form of structured data.
1. The physiological basis of penile erection and curvature
The penis is composed of three corpus cavernosum (two corpus cavernosum of the penis and one corpus cavernosum of the urethra). During erection, if the congestion on both sides is uneven or there are differences in tissue structure, it may appear curved. According to the International Association of Sexual Medicine, about 20%-30% of men have varying degrees of erectile curvature.
| Bending type | Proportion | Common causes |
|---|---|---|
| bend upward | 43% | Asymmetric development of corpus cavernosum of penis |
| bend to the left | 32% | Fibrosis of the tunica albuginea (Peyronie's disease) |
| Bend to the right | 18% | Post-traumatic or inflammatory scars |
| bend downward | 7% | congenital hypospadias |
2. Analysis of hot topics on the entire network (data in the past 10 days)
Discussion keywords collected through public opinion monitoring tools show that the public is most concerned about the following aspects:
| keywords | Search volume share | Related questions |
|---|---|---|
| Peyronie's disease | 38% | How to distinguish physiological curvature from pathological curvature? |
| painful erection | 25% | Does curvature affect sexual function? |
| surgical treatment | 17% | When do you need medical treatment? |
| Self-test method | 12% | What is the normal bending angle range? |
| Massage correction | 8% | Are folk remedies effective? |
3. Medical Standards and Self-Assessment Guidelines
According to the clinical standards of "Chinese Journal of Andrology":
Mild curvature: <15 degrees (no treatment required)
Moderate curvature: 15-30 degrees (observation and follow-up)
Severe bending: >30 degrees (medical treatment recommended)
Danger signs to be wary of include: pain during erection, progressive increase in bending angle, palpable induration, etc. These may be manifestations of Peyronie's disease.
4. Expert advice and latest treatments
A popular science video recently released by the Department of Urology of Peking Union Medical College Hospital emphasizes:
Physiological curvature does not affect function and does not require intervention
Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) is 76% effective in treating early-stage Peyronie's disease
New collagenase injection therapy in clinical trials
5. Netizens’ experience sharing and correction of misunderstandings
| Internet rumors | medical truth |
|---|---|
| Masturbation causes curvature | No direct causal relationship |
| Special sleeping positions can be corrected | lack of scientific basis |
| Eating more of a certain type of food improves | Vitamin E alone may help reduce inflammation |
In summary, penile erection and curvature are mostly normal physiological phenomena, but when accompanied by pain or rapid progression, you should seek medical attention in time. Although there has been a lot of discussion on this topic on social media recently, it is still recommended to follow the guidance of professional medical institutions.
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