--- title: "Cause of Curved Penis | Sutter Health" description: "My husband of 38 years and I were having sex when we noticed for the first time that his penis was twisted. He's always had a normal erection. We were wondering if this should be checked? He was also just diagnosed with melanoma on his ear." url: "/ask-an-expert/answers/cause-of-curved-penis-1051061329" --- 1. Home / 2. Cause of Curved Penis # Cause of Curved Penis * * * Medically reviewed by - Ravin Agah, M.D., Ph.D. ## Question My husband of 38 years and I were having sex when we noticed for the first time that his penis was twisted. He's always had a normal erection. We were wondering if this should be checked? He was also just diagnosed with melanoma on his ear. ## Answer Your husband might have Peyronie's disease. Peyronie's disease occurs when a plaque (scar) develops inside the penis. Sometimes this plague is caused by trauma to the penis or a blow to the groin. It is common among men, and can be painful. The best thing to do is to see a urologist. Also sometimes applying vitamin E to the penis helps the condition. ## Explore related topics Men's health ## Related questions View all questions - Health Q&A ### Definition of Erectile Dysfunction and Impotence What is the difference between erectile dysfunction and impotence? - Health Q&A ### Frequent Male Urination My partner has begun to get up at night to urinate. He never did this before. He doesn't have symptoms of infection, like burning or pain. Should he be worried? - Health Q&A ### Urinary Tract Infections I've heard urinary tract infections (UTIs) are getting harder to treat. Why is this and who's at risk of developing one? - Health Q&A ### Frequent Urinary Tract Infections After Menopause Since I went through menopause, I am getting more UTIs. Is this normal? Why does it happen? - Health Q&A ### Incontinence After Hysterectomy? I had a partial hysterectomy at 29. 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