A diagnosis of Peyronie's disease is usually made when men seek medical attention for painful erections and difficulty with intercourse caused by a plaque, or hard lump that forms on the erection tissue of the penis. Urologist, Dr. Ross Rames, discusses the causes and the various treatment options available. In some cases, treatment is not necessary, as Peyronie's disease often occurs in a mild form that heals without treatment in 6 to 15 months.