Interesting Facts about Urology

Balanitis is an inflammation of the glans penis, which can often also affect the foreskin if the individual is not circumcised (balanoposthitis). This…

Penile curvature, also known as Peyronie's disease, describes a condition in which the penis has an unnatural curvature when erect. This curvature can…

Erectile dysfunction (ED) and impotence affect the ability to achieve or maintain a sufficient erection for sexual intercourse. This can occur in men…

Foreskin constriction, also known as phimosis, is a condition in which the foreskin of the penis cannot be fully retracted over the glans. This can…

Frenulotomy is a surgical procedure in which a shortened band (frenulum) is cut to improve the mobility of the connected organ. This procedure is used…

A frenulum tear refers to the tearing of the frenulum, a small tissue structure that connects the foreskin to the underside of the glans. A tear of…

Hypospadias is a congenital malformation of the penis, where the urethra does not open at the tip of the glans but further down the shaft of the penis…

Injuries to the penis can be caused by accidents, sports activities, sexual acts, or medical procedures. These injuries range from minor bruises and…

Lichen sclerosus is a chronic, inflammatory skin disease that primarily affects the genital and anal regions, but can also affect other areas of the…

Paraphimosis is a medical emergency in which the retracted foreskin cannot be returned to its normal position over the glans of the penis. This leads…

Pearly penile papules (PPP), also known as pearly papules, are small, skin-colored or white, dome-shaped bumps that appear in a ring around the glans…

Penile carcinoma, also known as penile cancer, is a rare but serious form of cancer that affects the skin or tissue of the penis. It is usually a…

A penile fracture, medically referred to as a penis fracture, is a rare but serious injury to the penis. It occurs when the erectile tissue tears due…

Penile pain refers to discomfort or pain that can occur in the penis, and it can have a variety of causes. This pain can occur suddenly or be chronic…

Pain at the tip of the penis, also referred to as pain in the glans, can be triggered by a variety of causes, ranging from mild irritations to serious…

Priapism, also known as a persistent erection, is a prolonged, painful erection that is not triggered by sexual arousal and does not subside on its…

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs or also called STDs) are infections that are primarily transmitted through sexual contact. These diseases can…

Shockwave therapy (ESWT) has established itself as an innovative and effective method for treating erectile dysfunction. This non-invasive procedure…

Frenulum breve refers to a shortened frenulum of the foreskin, which leads to limitations in retracting the foreskin and often causes pain or tension…

Ultrasound (sonography) is one of the most important imaging techniques in urology. It allows for a quick, painless, and radiation-free examination of…