Penile cancer
Overview
Penile cancer affects the penis. It's very rare and mostly affects men aged over 50 years old.
Symptoms
Growth/sore on penis (doesn't heal); thickening/colour change; discharge/bleeding (under foreskin); lump.
Causes
HPV infection; Smoking; Phimosis (tight foreskin); Age >50. Rare.
Treatment
Surgery (remove tumour/penis); Radiotherapy; Chemotherapy. Creams (early stage).
Prevention
HPV vaccination; Stop smoking; Condoms; Good hygiene (cleaning under foreskin).
When to see a doctor
See GP if: sore/growth on penis >4 weeks; bleeding/discharge.