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Penile Fracture: Can Penis be Broken?

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Penis Fracture: Treatment of Penis Injury in New York City

by Dr. Alex Shteynshlyuger

If you have any questions, to schedule a consultation, please contact us or call/text: 1-646-663-5747.

We have excellent reviews from patients and their partners.  Information for out-of-state and international patients. 

We offer affordable prices for treatment by a top urologist with or without insurance.

What is Penile Fracture and Who is at Risk? 

Penile fracture is a  dangerous problem that can occur during sex, but fortunately, it is fairly uncommon.  

A penile fracture refers to a tear or rupture of the penile sheath that surrounds the penis.  Tunica albuginea surrounds the penis like a sausage casing.   The sheath called tunica albuginea is responsible for maintaining pressure in the penis that allows an erection to occur.  

The most common cause of penile fracture is from an erect penis slipping out from a vagina and hitting the perineum during sex. It appears that woman-on-top is the highest risk position for a penile fracture to occur, but it can occur in any position. During vigorous sexual activity, if the penis slips out and hits something hard, it generates very high torque force on tunica albuginea and can lead it to be torn.  

Symptoms of Penile Fracture

The most common symptom of penile fracture is a ‘popping sound,’ that occurs often but not always, followed by severe pain and loss of erection. “Black-and-blue” hematoma can occur on the penis; some men may also experience bleeding from the tip of the urethra or blood in the urine. 

Typically, a penile fracture is considered a urological emergency.  Surgical repair of the tear usually results in good outcomes.  If a penile fracture is severe and not treated in a timely manner, it can lead to problems with obtaining or maintaining erections (erectile dysfunction); it may also cause scar formation in the penis and a condition called Peyronie’s disease, which causes curvature and deformity of the penis.   

Where to Get Treatment for Penis Trauma and Penile Fracture in NYC?

At New York Urology Specialists, we offer specialized treatment for penile trauma, penile fracture, and ED for men. Same-day virtual video appointments and in-person appointments are available.

Call/text today: 1-646-663-5747 or make an appointment online.  

We treat sexual and erection problems and perform penile surgery. We offer comprehensive STD testing for infections.  We treat penile problems in men, including phimosis, balanitis, penile irritation, and penile redness. We perform a no-scalpel vasectomy, vasectomy reversal, cosmetic circumcision, circumcision revision, penile frenuloplasty, penoscrotal web repair, penile cyst removal, penile skin bridge removal. We offer confidential appointments.

Our appointment costs are affordable with or without insurance.  Low-cost Viagra (sildenafil) and Cialis (tadalafil) are available to our patients.  We offer free insurance verification.

What are the long-term effects of a broken penis?

Penile fracture can lead to impotence, inability to obtain and maintain erections.  If it heals with a scar, it can also lead to penile curvature called Peyronie’s disease.  If a penile fracture is associated with urethral injury, urethral stricture (narrowing) can occur. 

What Exactly Is Breaking Inside Their Penis If It’s Not A Bone?

A sausage-like casing called tunica albuginea holds the penis together. A penile fracture refers to a laceration or tear that occurs in the tunica albuginea.  When that happens, the pressure inside the penis cannot be generated and maintained to get and maintain an erection.  Blood, which is what creates an erection, does not stay ‘inside the penis’ and can leak.  In addition, when the scar heals, it may result in penile curvature.  In about 20% of men, the urethra is also injured from the trauma. The urethra is the tube that carries urine from the bladder,

How do you, as a woman, know it happened? Do you hear a sound? How can you tell?

Often but not always there is an audible ‘pop’ and sudden onset of penile pain.  Typically the erection is lost.  Sometimes black-and-blue and a hematoma (collection of blood) develops around the site.

Will the Penis be Always Bent or Crooked After Penile Fracture?

If the injury is repaired in a timely fashion, as in immediately within 24 hours of injury, most men heal without significant long-term problems.  If the injury is not repaired in a timely manner, men may develop erectile dysfunction and sometimes Peyronie’s disease resulting in a bent/crooked penis.

How does Penile Fracture Affect Fertility?

Penile fracture does not affect a man’s sperm quality. But if it causes difficulty with erections, it may be difficult to get a partner pregnant through vaginal sex without good erections unless ED is treated or another option is used to get the partner pregnant (intrauterine insemination or IVF).  When properly treated, most men with a history of penile fracture are able to conceive children through vaginal sex.

Did you know?  Dr. Shteynshlyuger has performed over 1,000 penile surgeries, including penile implants, correction of Peyronie’s disease, circumcisions, circumcision revisions, frenuloplasty, and congenital penile curvature.  He performs 150-200 penile surgeries a year.

Read Real Stories of Men who Underwent Treatment for Penis Problems at New York Urology Specialists.

We offer treatment for penile problems, including ED, Peyronie’s disease, foreskin irritation, penile cysts, skin bridges, and other problems to patients within driving distance to our offices as well as from other states and countries.  Our patients come from New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and over 70 countries worldwide.

What do Penile Problems Look Like?

You can find pictures of penile problems, including before and after treatment images, in our image gallery.

What You Need to Know:

Cost of Treatment and Insurance

At New York Urology Specialists, we offer affordable treatment for men. Our prices are low for patients without insurance and for those who have high insurance copays, high deductibles, or insurance plans that do not cover treatment costs. 

We accept many health insurance plans.  We would be happy to verify your eligibility and benefits and to provide you with detailed information on your health plan’s coverage.  Financing options and credit options are available to help you pay for medical care.

Why Choose New York Urology Specialists for Treatment of Penile Fracture?

  • All treatment is performed by a board-certified urologist experienced in treating men with penile problems, symptoms of ED, premature ejaculation, and other sexual problems using medical therapy, minimally invasive therapies, lasers, and surgery.
  • We are one of the few practices in the region to offer a full range of options for the treatment of sexual, penile, and erection problems in men.
  • We offer diagnostic testing in our office, which avoids hospital costs.
  • We offer treatment options for balanitis, genital warts, phimosis, Peyronie’s disease, and penile cysts in our office, which avoids the risks, costs, and recovery from general anesthesia.  
  • Extensive Experience: Thousands of men have been treated successfully using medical therapy, penis surgery, penile injections with Trimix, penile plication, plaque excision, and grafting, and penile implant surgery.
  • Confidential and Understanding Care. We understand that most of our patients desire privacy.  We see patients with a variety of urological problems. Your reason for visiting us is entirely confidential.
  • We are conveniently located within a 30-60 minute commute to men who are seeking ED treatment in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Westchester, Long Island, Bronx, and New Jersey.

Scheduling Appointments for Penis Injury Treatment at New York Urology Specialists

If you have any questions, to schedule a consultation, please contact us or call/text: 1-646-663-5747.

We have excellent reviews from patients and their partners.  Information for out-of-state and international patients. 

We offer affordable prices for treatment by a top urologist with or without insurance.

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Penile Problems are Treatable in Nearly Every Man

Excellence-Urology_Care-banner2At New York Urology Specialists, our urologists are specially trained in the evaluation and treatment of penile problems and erectile dysfunction.  We understand the challenges that penile problems create for our patients, their relationships, and their self-esteem.  We help you find a treatment for erectile dysfunction that fits your needs, lifestyle, and your preferences.

Urologists are doctors specializing in the treatment of men with erectile dysfunction. By virtue of our experience and skill, we can offer an effective treatment option for nearly every man who desires an effective treatment for penile problems. We specialize in minimally invasive, highly effective treatment for symptoms of penile pain, urethral burning, foreskin inflammation, and penile cancer. Many treatment procedures are performed in the convenience and privacy of office settings under local anesthesia.  We offer medical and surgical treatment for erectile dysfunction.

We Treat Some of the Most Complex ED Problems Including:

Schedule an Appointment with Dr. Shteynshlyuger:

Call/text today: 1-646-663-5747 or make an appointment online

Dr. Alex Shteynshlyuger is a fellowship-trained, board-certified urologist with expertise in the evaluation and treatment of penis problems, including sexual and erection problems in men using modern effective, and proven treatment methods.  We offer inflatable penile implant, shockwave therapy for ED, and treatment for Peyronie’s disease.  We perform circumcision, circumcision revision, penile frenuloplasty, penoscrotal web repair, testicular implants, penile cancer treatment,

He has successfully treated thousands of men of all ages with penile problems, including irritation and inflammation of the penis, bent penis, and weak erections. 

He is highly recommended by top primary care physicians in the New York area. If you or someone you know has been experiencing urological symptoms, make an appointment to take advantage of Dr. Shteynshlyuger’s expert advice. Please feel free to contact us with any questions.

If you have any questions, to schedule a consultation, please contact us or call/text: 1-646-663-5747.

We have excellent reviews from patients and their partners.  Information for out-of-state and international patients. 

We offer affordable prices for treatment by a top urologist with or without insurance.