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Do you know about penile fracture? Most people never heard about it and very rarely anyone even knows that a penis can get hurt too. At this point whenever we share that there is a sexual health issue called penile fracture they always ask if it really happens. Yes, penile fractures are real and they really happen, though rarely. Today Dr PK Gupta, our sexologist in Delhi has listed all the information on penile fracture in this blog. Let’s learn it!

What is Penile Fracture?

A penile fracture happens when the penis gets injured during an erection. But a penis does not have a bone. So how does it get fractured? Well, the penis does not have a bone but it has tissues called the tunica albuginea that can tear and cause fracture.

Symptoms of Penile Fracture

1. A popping or cracking sound during the time of injury.
2. Intense and immediate pain in the penis.
3. Loss of erection.
4. Swelling or bruising on the shaft.
5. The penis color turns purple or dark.
6. Deformity in the penis.
7. Blood in urine or on top of the urethra.

How Does a Penile Fracture Happen?

First, let’s understand that penile fractures happen because of unintentional bending of the erect penis. Hence, most of the time penile fracture occurs during sexual intercourse, especially in positions where the partner is on top. The other causes of penile fractures are like this:

• Rolling over or pressing an erect penis while sleeping.
• Aggressive masturbation and masturbating through unusual methods.
• Accidental trauma to the penis while engaging in physical activities.
• Forceful impact to the penis during sexual intercourse.

All these symptoms can put pressure on the erect penis which causes the fibrous membrane to tear under stress.

What Happens If Penile Fracture is Not Treated in Time?

If you delay receiving treatment or try to ignore penile fracture then it will lead to serious complications, such as:

1. Permanent deformity of the penile shape which is known as Peyronie’s disease.
2. Difficulty in achieving an erection or erectile dysfunction.
3. Pain during sexual intercourse.
4. If the urethra is damaged then there will be difficulty urinating.

How to Prevent Penile Fracture?

Penile fractures happen accidentally, not through pre-knowledge, however, we can always minimize the risks of having these accidents.

1. Communication – The first way to prevent this condition is through communication with your partner. There are positions that put excessive pressure on the penis, you have to communicate with your partner to avoid those positions.
   
2. Avoid Forceful Movements – Sudden movements during sexual intersexual or forceful movements in compromising positions can cause this issue. Therefore, avoid those forceful movements.
   Caution – Be cautious of what you are doing during intimate moments and self-stimulation.
   
3. Don’t Engage in Risky Behavior – Don’t try to be daring and engage in risky behavior that can bend or twist an erect penis.
   
4. Stop Immediately – You know your body the best, hence, if you feel something is wrong or feel even a little bit of pain, stop immediately.

How Does Dr PK Gupta Diagnose & Treat Penile Fracture?

Our renowned sexologist in Delhi NCR, Dr PK Gupta can properly diagnose and treat your penile fracture. The utmost care he provides and the years of expertise will not leave any side effects. Here is how he approaches your diagnosis and treatment:

Penile Fracture Diagnosis – As soon as a patient with this condition arrives at his Super Speciality Clinic he performs a thorough physical examination. For this, he uses tests like an ultrasound or MRI to confirm the diagnosis and see the extent of the injury.

Treatment of Penile Fracture – The immediate treatment of this issue is through surgery. Patients may wish to not go through the surgery but the non-surgical treatment approaches are not safe and can even cause complications such as erectile dysfunction or penis curvature. Dr PK Gupta and his team specialize in delicate and minimal invasion procedures to repair the injury with precision which ensures proper healing and fast recovery.

How Long Does it Take to Recover From Penile Fractures?

The recovery time for a penile fracture depends on the severity of it and the success of the treatment. Commonly, patients are expected to wait around 4-6 weeks for complete healing. In this period of healing the patient must rest properly; and avoid all physical activities and sexual intercourse. Take your prescribed medicines on time, go for regular checkups, and take the sexologist’s words seriously. After a few months, most patients regain normal function of the penis without any issues.

Contact Dr PK Gupta for a Penile Fracture Emergency!

If you or someone you know ever goes through a penile fracture emergency contact Dr PK Gupta without any delay! A delay can worsen the problem and affect the patient. Dr PK Gupta’s Super Speciality Clinic is in Delhi where he is always present for any emergency. Contact this sex doctor in Delhi to receive urgent care, compassionate, and confidential treatment to go through this sensitive time and regain your sexual fitness.