Question 1

how common is penile cancer from hpv? what are the signs and symptoms?

Accepted Answer

: It's quite rare. Usually appears as a non-healing sore or a wart-like growth. If treated promptly, always easily curable without serious surgery. Even among people with known or frequent genital HPV infection. Get prompt medical care if you develop such symptoms, otherwise nothing to worry about.

Question 2

what causes penile cancer?

Accepted Answer

Poor hygiene: The most common risk factor for penile cancer is poor hygiene, typically in patients who are not circumcised. Another risk factor inlcudes penile hpv.

Question 3

is penile cancer curable?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The exact treatment and chances of cure are dependent on the stage of the person's penile cancer.  Earlier stages are more likely curable than later stages of disease.  Recommended treatments also vary with the stage of the disease.

Question 4

how can one prevent penile cancer?

Accepted Answer

Good hygiene & noHPV: Penile cancer is quite rare in the usa, and especially rare in circumcised men. Smegma, the secretions of the foreskin that accumulate underneath the prepuce in uncircumcised males, is proven to be carcinogenic in animals.  Human papillomavirus (hpv) infection, which is sexually transmitted, is also likely a co-factor in many cases.  So, good hygiene and avoiding penile contact with hpv are how.

Question 5

could penile cancer look just like a cyst?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Penile cancer looks alot more ulcerative and can have a wet appearance. As the cancer increases in size, it does not have characteristics of a cyst, which is typically round, soft, and mobile.

Question 6

are there natural cures for penile cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: Depending on the size, penile cancer can be managed with topical chemotherapy, local excision, radiation, or radical surgery with removal of part or all of the phallus.

Question 7

doctors, what are symptoms of penile cancer?

Accepted Answer

Ulcer: An ulcerating lesion of the penis usually on the glans develops with bleeding and then parin.  Lesion doesnt rsolve but enlarges frequently requiring amputation.

Question 8

can nocturnal emissions cause penile cancer?

Accepted Answer

Nocturnal emissions : Are healthy and normal. They are no cause for concern, and rather, should be reassuring. They DO NOT cause cancer or any untoward consequence. If you remain concerned, schedule a time to talk with your doctor.

Question 9

how long can you live with stage ii penile cancer?

Accepted Answer

Long, if treated: For penile cancer that has not spread to lymph nodes (i.e. For stages i and ii), cure rates after surgery have been reported to be between 80 and 100%. Once there is spread to lymph nodes, the prognosis becomes much more grim, underscoring the importance of prompt treatment; the longer one goes without treatment, the further the cancer spreads and the more difficult it is to treat successfully.

Question 10

does penile cancer look like herpes, when it is starting?

Accepted Answer

No: Herpes will manifest typically as a cluster of small fluid-filled blisters over the  inflammed skin area around it. 
Penile cancer can be presented as a little bump or firm mass/nodule , ulceration/sore, or area of inflammation/redness. They do not present as clusters of blisters.

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