Patient's question:
I recently don't know what's going on, my lower body is very uncomfortable, and I'm not getting morning erections anymore. Can the penis possibly break?Doctor's answer:
Penile fracture refers to the rupture of the tunica albuginea of the corpus cavernosum caused by external violence while the penis is erect. Penile fracture often occurs during an erection, such as when sexual intercourse goes wrong and the penis collides with the pubic symphysis or perineum of the female partner, or when masturbation results in bending and injury to the penis.Penile fracture is caused by direct external force acting on the erect penis, leading to the rupture of the tunica albuginea and corpus cavernosum. The tunica albuginea is one of the tough fasciae in the body, but during an erection, blood flow to the corpus cavernosum increases by 7 to 8 times, causing the tunica albuginea to stretch and thin (1/8 to 1/4 of its thickness when not erect), losing its elasticity. At this time, it is very easy to be torn by vertical external force, even by slight external force, leading to the rupture of the tunica albuginea and corpus cavernosum.
1. A history of local penile injury.
2. Local pain in the penis after injury, visible bruising, bleeding, and swelling.
3. Penile fracture often occurs during an erection, with a sudden sound and severe pain at the moment of injury, followed by the erect penis becoming soft.