bi men

[harolde]

Hello all.

I have recently also been diagnosed with Peyronies. I am 63, very fit (193 lbs), and very athletic. I am also a bi man. Are gay or bi men more susceptible to Peyronies? I have no issue achieving an erection or ejaculating. It isnt painful though I do itch alot. I have seen my urologist and he doesnt seem to be concerned. I have taken all the tests and he says my PSA is fin among other indicators. Is this disease sexual though I know that this is not an STD. I do not have an STD nor have I.

THANKS

[Toronto34]

It's definitely not an STI or even a sexual disease per se. For example, some guys with Peyronies are teenagers who are still virgins. Of course it can effect sexual function or be the result of a sexually related injury like a penile fracture, but most of us can't tie it to any specific cause or incident.

Basically it's a connective tissue disorder that causes fibrous plaques to form in the penis, which can lead to a curvature or possibly other physical symptoms. How and why it happens is a mystery for many of us, though we all have our theories.

As far as I know sexual orientation plays no role, though risky sexual behaviour might. I've read that Northern European men are the most susceptible, but otherwise it can basically effect anyone with a penis.

[Paolo]

Are gay or bi men more susceptible to Peyronies?

As long as you can achieve and maintain a firm erection then that is the best protection for your penis  

IMO gay or bi men are no more at risk of peyronies than straight men.