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I know a certain strain of hpv causes cervical cancer. is it more likely to get penis cancer if your partner has had cervical cancer?

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Dr. George Klauber answered

Specializes in Pediatric Urology

Not the case: Almost all cases of penile cancer are associated with male being uncircumcised with a tight poreskin (phimosis) preventing adequate penile hygeine. Men do not develop penile cancer from partners who develop cervical cancer.

Answered 5/28/2013

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