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Penis carcinoma (tumor)


Description

Small growths develop on the penis or on the foreskin and continue to grow. Cancer of the penis is an uncommon disorder. If primarily affects men who have not undergone circumcision. The growths become painful or bleed. Cancer of the penis is more common in men over age 50.

Symptoms

Genital lesions on the penis, painless sore on penis, penis pain and bleeding from the penis.

Tests

Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment

Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. A biopsy of the growth is performed to identify the type of cancer.

Tests:
CT Scan, Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), Ultrasound

Other Specific Tests: Biopsy

Specialists:
Urology

Treatment

Treatment depends on the location and extent of the tumor and includes chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and/or surgery. The type and extent of surgery is based on the size of the tumor and the portion of the penis involved. 
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