Will cavernosclerosis get bigger and bigger?

Cavernosclerosis generally does not continue to grow, but there are individual differences. The disease mainly manifests as abnormal proliferation of fibrous tissue in the corpus cavernosum of the penis to form induration. Most patients are in stable condition, but a few may develop induration due to inflammatory stimulation or trauma.

In most patients, cavernosal induration becomes stable within 6-18 months after onset, and the size and number of induration no longer change significantly. This condition is usually associated with a local microtrauma healing response, with the fibrotic process naturally halting. Patients may experience penile curvature but no pain, and their erectile function is slightly affected. Daily trauma to the penis needs to be avoided, local compression reduced, and moderate massage can help improve blood circulation.

A small number of patients may experience increased induration or new induration, which is common in those with repeated penile injuries, uncontrolled chronic inflammation, or those with underlying diseases such as diabetes. As the disease progresses, it may be accompanied by increased erection pain, increased penile curvature, and even affect normal sexual life. In such cases, prompt medical treatment is required. Ultrasound examination is used to evaluate the degree of fibrosis. The doctor may recommend collagenase injection or extracorporeal shock wave therapy to control the development.

Patients with cavernous sclerosis should quit smoking, limit alcohol consumption, control basic diseases such as blood sugar and blood pressure, and avoid damage to the corpus cavernosum caused by strenuous sex. Regular reexaminations are required to monitor changes in induration. If erectile dysfunction occurs or morphological changes worsen, you need to go to the men's department or urology department. Early intervention can help delay disease progression and improve quality of life.