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Can the human papilloma virus cause cancer in men?
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Yes: Though less well known the hpv virus is associated with bowens disease , a precancerous lesion of the penis(similar to cervical dysplasia). Penile cancer, esophageal cancer & that of the base of the tongue, and anorectal cancer.
Answered 10/1/2011
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HPV: Yes. Human papilloma virus can cause penile cancers and certain head and neck cancer and ano-rectal cancers in men.
Answered 12/9/2013
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