RECORD numbers of randy fellas are being treated by medics for a “broken penis”.
NHS figures reveal surgeons dealt with 164 cases involving men who snapped their manhood during adventurous sex last year.
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They show hospital appointments to repair a “fracture of penis” rocketed by 38 per cent since 2014/15.
It happens when a boner is accidentally thrust against a hard object, such as a partner’s pubic bone, or hit with force – and bends with an agonising pop.
Urgent treatment is normally required to prevent any permanent damage.
Surgeons will often cut into the patient’s organ to repair the torn tissue with stitches.
Experts said the rise in cases may be due to older Brits taking Viagra and keeping an active love life into their later years.
Another theory is that online porn is encouraging more people to try adventurous – and potentially risky – positions.
RISKY POSITIONS
The NHS Digital statistics also show men in their 30s and 40s were the most likely to be affected last year.
However, the oldest case was in a 75 to 79-year-old, while the youngest was just 18.
Gordon Muir, a Consultant Urologist at King’s College Hospital in London, said the figures are likely to tip of the iceberg – with many fellas too embarrassed to see a medic.
But he warned an untreated fracture can leave a man with long-term issues, including a wonky penis and erectile problems.
Mr Muir said most cases happen when the woman goes on top for sex.
He said: “Normally patients come in with something looking like a bruised aubergine. Early surgical repair restores function in the long-term.
“But if you leave it to heal without treatment, there is a high chance of getting scarring which can lead to Peyronie’s disease [a wonky willy] or internal leakage.” An erection is maintained by two elastic tubes known as tunica cavernosa, which are filled with blood under pressure.
‘DOGGY’ BIGGEST RISK
If there is sudden bending, the tubes can rupture or fracture with a loud popping or cracking noise due to the explosive decompression.
It is followed by complete loss of erection, extensive bruising and pain.
Previous research from Brazil found blokes are at greatest risk of suffering a broken penis when having sex doggy style.
It comes just ahead of the missionary position.
The third most likely cause “overzealous masturbation”, followed by the cowgirl, where the woman straddles her fella.
