Posts Tagged ‘Peyronie’s disease’

Peyronie’s disease: Our top blog posts

Monday, August 26th, 2013

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If you want to learn more about the history and treatment of Peyronie’s disease, we’ve posted our top blog entries on the subject here for your convenience.  When you’ve finished reading, be sure to view the PDAD device, a tool for both urologists and patients for the diagnosis and assessment of PD.

Here are links to our top posts for Peyronie’s disease information:

10 Interesting Facts About Peyronie’s :  A quick compilation of things you might not know, like how Peyronie’s disease, or penile curvature, got its name, how many are affected by it, and which men should be most concerned.

Getting Treatment for Peyronie’s:  Overcoming embarrassment and getting treatment for curvature of the penis can be the most difficult step of all.  Here are some things you might not have thought about to get you started.

ED, Diabetes and Peyronie’s:  Why men with ED and diabetes should be aware of the possibility of Peyronie’s disease.

Collagenase Injections for Peyronie’s Disease:  Read more about this treatment.

 

 

10 Interesting facts about Peyronie’s disease

Tuesday, August 13th, 2013

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At UroSciences, we’re always combing the Web for the latest information on Peyronie’s Disease, prostate cancer, and other urology news.  Below, we’ve compiled some interesting facts on Peyronie’s Disease that you may not have realized before:

  • Peyronie’s disease, also known as curvature of the penis, has been referenced in history since the 1300’s.
  • The disease was named for the personal physician of Louis XV, King of France.
  • Peyronie’s disease affects an estimated 3-9 percent of men.
  • PD is most commonly seen in Caucasian males over the age of 40.
  • Blood type A+ is most commonly associated with Peyronie’s
  • Peyronie’s disease is a listed side effect of some beta blocker medications.
  • Approximately 3 in 10 men with Peyronie’s disease also have other connective tissue disorders of the hands, and sometimes, feet.
  • Men as young as 18 are affected by Peyronie’s
  • CITA is an acronym for chronic inflammation of the tunica albuginea.
  • Depression and withdrawal is common among men with Peyronie’s Disease.

For more information, we invite you to view some of our other blog posts, including overcoming embarrassment and getting help for Peyronie’s disease, and the PDAD (Peyronie’s Disease Assessment Device) for patients and urologists

 

 

Men with ED, diabetes, often unaware of Peyronie’s Disease

Wednesday, August 7th, 2013
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The P.D.A.D., Peyronie’s Disease Assesment Device, by UroSciences

If you have erectile dysfunction, you may want to consult with your urologist on the possible presence of Peyronie’s Disease–especially if you also have diabetes. Recent studies suggest that men with erectile dysfunction may not be aware that they also have Peyronie’s Disease, and that it could be contributing to their ED symptoms. And, in men with both ED and Peyronie’s disease, who were previously unaware of their Peyronie’s, diabetes was also present in 40% of cases.  The study, conducted in Istanbul, Turkey, suggests that Peyronie’s disease should always be suspected in men with both ED and diabetes.

More UroSciences posts on Peyronie’s Disease news:

Overcome Embarrassment and Get Treatment for Peyronie’s Disease

The PDAD Device for Peyronie’s

Collagenase Injections for Peyronie’s Disease

3 Resources for Peyronie’s Disease

 

 

 

Xofigo prostate cancer drug reported to reduce pain

Wednesday, August 7th, 2013

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Xofigo, a newly approved treatment for advanced prostate cancer that has spread to the bones, is said to reduce patient pain levels.  The drug, which mimics calcium by binding to bone tissue at tumor sites, has been shown to extend patient survival rates by three months. The binding action of  Xofigo allows physicians to target the precise location of bone tumors caused by prostate cancer, and minimizes bone damage caused by tumors.  It is reported that Xofigo may allow patients to delay chemotherapy and the use of morphine for pain management.  A Xofigo treatment can be administered in a few as 15 minutes.

This prostate cancer news is brought to you by UroSciences– makers of the UroStop variable tension penile loop for sexual incontinence and the PDAD Peyronie’s disease assessment device.

 

 

New Mexico Cancer Center offering Xofigo for prostate cancer

Wednesday, August 7th, 2013

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The New Mexico Cancer Center has begun offering Xofigo to its prostate cancer patients.   Made by Bayer Healthcare, Xofigo, radium -223, has shown promise in recent studies for extending the survival rates of patients with advanced prostate cancer.  Xofigo works by mimicking calcium within the body and binding to areas of rapid bone growth caused by bone tumors, thus limiting the damage caused by the tumors.  Xofigo, once known as Alpharadin, received marketing approval from the FDA on May 15, 2013.

 

Check in with our UroSciences blog for the very latest news on prostate cancer, Peyronie’s disease, climacturia, and other urology topics.  Learn more about our PDAD device for assessing Peyronie’s disease, and the UroStop for preventing urine leakage during sex.

The UroStop variable tension penile loop for sexual incontinence.

The UroStop variable tension penile loop for sexual incontinence.

 

Collagenase injections for Peyronie’s disease performing well in studies

Wednesday, July 17th, 2013

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Renal and Urology News recently reported that collagenase injections are out-performing placebos in recent studies known as” Impress I” and “Impress II” for the treatment of Peyronie’s disease, and it seems that the injections are effective regardless of the severity of the disease.  The phase 3 studies, performed by the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, resulted in up to 39-degrees of improvement in penile curvature.  In addition, the subjects’ receiving the Peyronie’s injections had markedly reduced bother scores.

Visit our page for more information on the Peyronie’s Disease Assessment Device (P.D.A.D.), exclusively developed by UroSciences for both urologists and patients.

Overcome Embarassment and Get Help for Peyronie’s Disease

Tuesday, June 25th, 2013

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Perhaps on of the biggest barriers to getting treatment for Peyronie’s Disease is the initial embarrassment and awkwardness of seeing a urologist for the condition. However, delaying treatment can make curvature of the penis worse by increasing damage to penile tissue. If you think you have Peyronie’s Disease, it is important to see a doctor as soon as possible.  Here are a few ways to make going to the doctor easier.

Photos from Home

Although your urologist will need to physical examine the flaccid penis to determine diagnosis and possible Peyronie’s Disease treatment options, many urologist offer the option to take photos of the erect penis from home, and then bring the photos to your appointment for assessment.

Measurement for Diagnosis

To assess the level of severity of Peyronie’s Disease your urologist will require specific measurements of the penis.  While this can be done in a doctor’s office, there is an option for accurately measuring the extent of the penile curvature.  The device, known as the PDAD, or Peyronie’s Disease Assessment Device, was developed by UroSciences and is the first device of its kind .  Available to both patients and medical professionals, the easy-to-use P.D.A.D. allows patients to measure the severity of Peyronie’s Disease from the comfort of home.

Tracking Improvement

Tracking specific measurements of the penis before and after treatment are important to successful treatment of Peyronie’s Disease.  Similar to using the P.D.A.D. for initial assessment of PD, patients and medical professionals also select the P.D.A.D. for measuring and tracking improvements in penile curvature.

 

Overcome Embarassment and Get Help for Peyronie’s Disease

Tuesday, June 25th, 2013

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Perhaps on of the biggest barriers to getting treatment for Peyronie’s Disease is the initial embarrassment and awkwardness of seeing a urologist for the condition. However, delaying treatment can make curvature of the penis worse by increasing damage to penile tissue. If you think you have Peyronie’s Disease, it is important to see a doctor as soon as possible.  Here are a few ways to make going to the doctor easier.

Photos from Home

Although your urologist will need to physical examine the flaccid penis to determine diagnosis and possible Peyronie’s Disease treatment options, many urologist offer the option to take photos of the erect penis from home, and then bring the photos to your appointment for assessment.

Measurement for Diagnosis

To assess the level of severity of Peyronie’s Disease your urologist will require specific measurements of the penis.  While this can be done in a doctor’s office, there is an option for accurately measuring the extent of the penile curvature.  The device, known as the PDAD, or Peyronie’s Disease Assessment Device, was developed by UroSciences and is the first device of its kind .  Available to both patients and medical professionals, the easy-to-use P.D.A.D. allows patients to measure the severity of Peyronie’s Disease from the comfort of home.

Tracking Improvement

Tracking specific measurements of the penis before and after treatment are important to successful treatment of Peyronie’s Disease.  Similar to using the P.D.A.D. for initial assessment of PD, patients and medical professionals also select the P.D.A.D. for measuring and tracking improvements in penile curvature.

 

Three Resources for Peyronie’s Disease

Wednesday, June 12th, 2013

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Peyronie’s Disease, or curvature of the penis, can represent a serious and overwhelming challenge to men and their partners, including emotional and sexual difficulties.  As makers of the  P.D.A.D., Peyronie’s Disease Assessment Device, UroSciences wants to provide our users with as many resources as possible for Peyronie’s Disease support and information.  Below we’ve outlined some websites of interest for those impacted by the disease.

Mayo Clinic Peyronie’s Disease Information

The Mayo Clinic website offers thorough coverage of PD, including an explanation of the disorder and the symptoms of Peyronie’s Disease, which include pain, decrease in penis length, and erection problems, and when to see a doctor.

National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearing House

As a service of the National Institute for Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), the NKUDIC offers considerable information on the causes and treatment of Peyronie’s Disease. The website also includes information on current research on Peyronie’s Disease and how to participate in clinical trials.

Urology Care Foundation

As the official foundation of the American Urological Association, UCF provides substantial information on Peyronie’s Disease, including a glossary of terms associated with curvature of the penis, and statistics on the frequency of the disease.

More information on the P.D.A.D., Peyronie’s Disease Assessment Device, the only device designed for assessing and tracking treatment for PD.

 

 

 

Three Resources for Peyronie’s Disease

Wednesday, June 12th, 2013

peyronie's disease

Peyronie’s Disease, or curvature of the penis, can represent a serious and overwhelming challenge to men and their partners, including emotional and sexual difficulties.  As makers of the  P.D.A.D., Peyronie’s Disease Assessment Device, UroSciences wants to provide our users with as many resources as possible for Peyronie’s Disease support and information.  Below we’ve outlined some websites of interest for those impacted by the disease.

Mayo Clinic Peyronie’s Disease Information

The Mayo Clinic website offers thorough coverage of PD, including an explanation of the disorder and the symptoms of Peyronie’s Disease, which include pain, decrease in penis length, and erection problems, and when to see a doctor.

National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearing House

As a service of the National Institute for Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), the NKUDIC offers considerable information on the causes and treatment of Peyronie’s Disease. The website also includes information on current research on Peyronie’s Disease and how to participate in clinical trials.

Urology Care Foundation

As the official foundation of the American Urological Association, UCF provides substantial information on Peyronie’s Disease, including a glossary of terms associated with curvature of the penis, and statistics on the frequency of the disease.

More information on the P.D.A.D., Peyronie’s Disease Assessment Device, the only device designed for assessing and tracking treatment for PD.