Penis extender
External traction device with tentative evidence for Peyronie's disease.
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A penis extender is an external medical device that applies mechanical traction to the flaccid penis. As of 2019, it has tentative evidence for use in Peyronie's disease. The device is designed to stretch the penile shaft with the intention of increasing length.
Quick Facts
- Evidence status
- Tentative as of 2019
- Primary condition studied
- Peyronie's disease
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Adverse effects
Adverse effects are usually mild and self-limiting, partly due to lack of patient compliance with penile traction therapy. Commonly reported symptoms include pain, erythema, ecchymoses, and pruritus. Edema to the pubic bone has been reported with vigorous usage.
These events generally resolve upon discontinuation. The device should not be used on unhealed penile wounds, lacerations, or infected zones, or by those with certain diseases or disorders. Aggressive or incorrect use can damage skin and blood vessels.
Did You Know?
- Penis extenders usually have a plastic ring at the base of the flaccid penis and another ring before the glans penis.
- A traction device runs along the sides of the organ, and the wearer adjusts springs to pull the penile shaft.
- Studies as of 2019 were small, had difficulty with treatment adherence, and participants were not blinded.
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Sources
Compiled from Wikipedia and the sources listed below. Text from Wikipedia is available under CC BY-SA 4.0; this entry is adapted from it.
- Wikipedia: Penis extender (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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