In this video Doctor O'Donovan explains key things you need to know about PENILE CANCER including signs symptoms, causes and treatment. We also will cover investigations and what happens when you go to see your doctor.
What is penile cancer?
Penile cancer is a rare cancer in the UK. It happens when abnormal penile cells grow in an uncontrolled way. It can develop anywhere on the penis but is most common under the foreskin in men who haven't been circumcised or on the head of the penis (the glans).
Potential symptoms of PENILE CANCER:
According to Cancer Research UK the symptoms of cancer of the penis can include:
a growth or sore on your penis
bleeding or a foul smelling discharge
a rash on your penis
difficulty pulling back your foreskin
a change in colour of your penis or foreskin
IMPORTANT:
Many of these symptoms are very common and can be caused by different conditions. Having them does not definitely mean you have cancer. But it's important to get them checked by a DOCTOR. This is because if they're caused by cancer, finding it early may mean it's easier to treat.
Content and TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
00:40 Potential signs and symptoms of penile cancer?
02:12 Causes and risk factors of penile cancer
03:20 Treatment of penile cancer
Tips on getting the most out of your doctors appointment:
Write down your symptoms including when they started, when they happen and how often you have them.
Write down anything that makes them worse or better.
Tell your doctor if you are worried about cancer.
Tell them if you have any family history of cancer.
Take a friend or relative along for support they could also ask questions and take notes to help you remember what the doctor says.
Ask the doctor to explain anything you don't understand.
Ask the doctor to write things down for you if you think it might help.
Further information from trusted sources:
Information from Cancer Research UK: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/abou...
NHS information: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/penile...
Mayo Clinic information: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthyli...
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