Just beginning - Australia

[seynett]

Hi,

I'm a 63 year old, very healthy male and believe I have Peyronies Disease. I've just visited a doctor (don't have a family doctor due to moving for work) who says I have Peyronies Disease and is going to look for a Urologist who may be competent in this area.
I've read quite a bit on this forum so far, and have quite a bit more to go.
My situation is approximately 6 months ago I noticed a hardening area on the topside of my penis, nearer the base of the penis. It extends maybe 1cm. I have an upward curvature of approximately 45 deg. I can have a natural erection with no pain. The curvature was noticed suddenly with one erection last December.
I'm in a stable relationship, with a wonderfully supportive wife, and I don't feel 'my penis defines me'. We have a close, intimate relationship, and discovery of this has not hampered our relationship in any way.
Living in South East Queensland in Australia, I would like to know if anyone here knows of any Urologists they have found competent in either here or Northern New South Wales.
I have a lot more reading to do, and have noticed some of the OTC supplements don't seem to be readily available in Australia, and the VED information seems to come mostly from the U.S.
Most of the information here seems to say to not leave this to it's own devices, and to start on the path to doing something about it, which I'm happy to do.
Any relevant information which anyone could point me too which is most relevant to my situation will be most appreciated.

[Caesar]

Welcome Seynett,

I was recently (5 months ago) diagnosed with Peyronie's and I recommend you to read, if you haven't yet, this article: Peyronies Survival Guide.

Unfortunately I can't offer you more information since I'm a newcommer too, but at least you know you're not alone!  

Warmest greetings from Spain.

[james1947]

seynett

How the doctor diagnosed you with Peyronies?
Just by watching, palpating or made an ultrasound check?
Regarding Peyronies specialist, you may find one that is close to you at:
https://www.peyroniesforum.net/index.php/topic,4063.0.html
The truth is that we don't have too much information regarding doctors in Australia be cause our Australian members are not shearing too much information.
Regarding treatment, I am proposing you to start VED, Pentox, low dose Cialis and Ubiquinol as soon as you can.
Just waiting will not do any good.
Regarding VED, I am using a simple one from a sex toy shop because can't find a medical one here where I am living with no problems. Just be careful not to over-pump, don't pump to a level that you will feel uncomfortable or have pain.
You can read about VED and our forum protocol here:
Vacuum Erection Devices (VEDs) for Peyronie's Disease - PDS - Peyronies Society Forums

James

[seynett]

Thanks for the info James. The doctor I went to is a General Practitioner, and admitted he knew little about the condition, so wanted to find a Urologist for me. He did not examine me, rather relied on my information, and pictures I showed him.
The basis for my self diagnosis, until I can have it confirmed, is everything I've researched so far.
I certainly will look into a VED. As regards the supplements I will start the process of obtaining what I can without a prescription.
We can tend to be restricted here in Australia with regard readily available supplements, unlike the U.S. where they are readily available and in the doses needed.
At least I know to get started as soon as possible. The journey begins!