By the time a guy is an adult, he has spent a lot of time getting to know his own member and so is familiar with its basic appearance. Sometimes, he notices things that make him wonder if he has a normal organ. For many men, it is taking note of the fact that they have a curved manhood which raises questions. So, what are some of the basic facts about a curved manhood?

1. Some curvature is normal. It’s not at all unusual for a man to have curvature associated with his manhood. When soft, the organ often bends a little one way or another, depending on how it has been arranged and how tight-fitting one’s underwear is. And when hard, many men have some slight curvature to the member so that it lists slightly upward or downward or to the right or left. (By the same token, some men have a perfectly straight tool with no curvature.) A little curvature is no cause for worry.

2. But a severely curved manhood is another matter. However, if a man’s tool has an extreme bend to it, that can be a cause for concern. If the curvature is such that it creates difficulty in having penetrative relations, or if there is pain associated with the curved manhood when hard, this usually means that a man has a condition known as Peyronie’s disease.

3. The cause is often scarring. Peyronie’s disease typically results when a portion of the organ, known as the tunica albuginea, gets injured and develops scar tissue as it heals. The tunica albuginea forms a “wall” around spongy tissue that fills with blood during tumescence. Heavy scarring prevents the tunica albuginea from expanding fully in the area affected. The rest of the organ expands as usual, but the scarred area expands less, causing it to bend.

4. There can be other causes, including reactions to certain medications. There is considerable debate about whether the condition may have a hereditary component in some men.

5. Sometimes a curved manhood “unbends.” In mild cases of Peyronie’s disease, the condition eventually resolves after a year or so. In more severe cases, treatment may be required. Some medications have proven effective for some men, including one FDA-approved option. In extreme cases, surgery may be offered as an option. Men with Peyronie’s disease should seek help only from a qualified medial professional.

6. Peyronie’s is more likely among older men. This kind of severely curved manhood is less common among younger men and more likely to occur at age 50 or later. An estimated five to seven percent of men over the age of 50 are thought to have Peyronie’s disease.

7. It can damage self-esteem. Many men with a significantly curved manhood suffer psychologically from it. They may feel shame or concern about how they will be perceived by partners, and this can have a negative effect on their self-esteem. This can in turn lead to performance issues, as their feelings about the appearance of their manhood may impact performance.

Whether one has a curved manhood, a slight bend, or no bending at all, the facts are that all members benefit from regular attention to male organ health. This can be assisted by daily application of a top notch male organ health creme (health professionals recommend Man 1 Man Oil, which is clinically proven mild and safe for skin). Scar tissue can sometimes impact sensation, so a crème with a neuroprotective ingredient such as l-carnitine is advised to help keep the manhood registering sensitivity at a pleasurable level. The best crème will also contain vitamin D, the so-called “miracle vitamin” that helps fight disease and supports healthy cellular function.

Visit http://www.menshealthfirst.com for additional information on most common male organ health issues, tips on improving sensitivity and what to do to maintain a healthy member. John Dugan is a professional writer who specializes in men's health issues and is an ongoing contributing writer to numerous websites.