Erection Issue

Doctor,

I have somewhat of a sensitive question about the angle of my erection.  When I have a full erection, my penis has always pointed at a 90 degree angle, somewhat rigidly against my lower belly.  Basically, pointing straight up toward my chin.  This has been the case ever since I can remember.

My entire penis points in this direction.  I want to make it clear that this is not a case where the shaft is curved or one part of the external shaft points in a totally different direction than the rest of the shaft.

I have never been sexual active; however, I am worried that someday this condition may inhibit my ability to have sex.  Typically, I do have some flexibility (though never fully straight) during less strong erections.  Nonetheless, there are times during strong erections that it is hard for me to freely bend the organ halfway toward the straight, or level position.

This does not seem to quite fit the Pyronie's disease symptom, in that there is no real pain during an erection and what I have described to you is the angle of the entire erection, not some sort of abnormal curviture.

Thanks for your help.

Eric

[Kevin Pho, MD]

The angle of erection can differ from person to person.  If there is no evidence of curvature, that would make things like Peyronie's disease less likely.  

You can consider an ultrasound of the penis to evaluate for any anatomical abnormality.  If normal, then it is more likely that the angle is within the limit of normal variation.

You can discuss this option with your personal physician or in conjunction with a urology evaluation.

Followup with your personal physician is essential.

This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.

Kevin, M.D.
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