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Medical Staff: "Entire Penis Calcified... A Rare Case"

A rare case of the entire penis becoming ossified and hardening like bone has been reported.

The New York Post reported on the 18th (local time) the story of a 63-year-old American man, Mr. A. While walking with a cane, Mr. A fell and experienced severe knee pain, prompting him to visit the hospital emergency room.

During the examination, Mr. A suddenly complained of pain in his genital area. Although the medical staff conducted tests, no prostate enlargement or unusual secretions were found. An X-ray of the pelvis was taken to check for fractures, revealing bone-like structures inside the penis.

The medical team stated, “Calcification spreading widely and flatly was observed according to the shape and length of the penis,” and “Penile ossification along the entire penile axis is suspected.” Penile ossification is a rare disease in which calcium accumulates in the penis, causing a calcification process that hardens it like bone.

The medical staff said, “The cause of Mr. A’s penile ossification is unclear, but Peyronie’s disease may have played a role.” Peyronie’s disease is a condition where hard tissue forms in the penis, causing it to bend. It usually occurs in men over 40 but can also affect younger men. It is known to develop when excessive force during sexual intercourse or sports activities causes micro-injuries to penile tissue.

Other factors contributing to penile ossification include end-stage renal disease, metabolic disorders, repeated trauma to the penis, or chronic inflammation. In Mr. A’s case, there was a history of alcoholism.

The medical team noted that Mr. A’s case is rare because ossification exists throughout the entire penis. Most previously reported cases involve localized ossification. Cases affecting the entire penis are extremely rare. This means that calcified tissue similar to bone formed extensively along the length of the penis, not limited to a specific area.

This affects the entire structure of the penis and is likely to cause significant problems not only with erectile function but also with urination. The medical staff recommended treatment to Mr. A, but the patient left the emergency room and was unable to undergo further tests or follow-up.

Treatment for penile ossification varies depending on the severity of symptoms and the cause, divided into conservative and surgical methods. In the early stages, medication is used to relieve pain and treat erectile dysfunction, while severe cases may require removal of the calcified tissue or penile reconstruction surgery.