The symptoms of penile cancer may include a growth or sore on the penis that doesn't heal, bleeding from the penis, a foul-smelling discharge, a change in the color or texture of the skin on the penis, and swollen lymph nodes in the groin area. However, in some cases, penile cancer may not cause any symptoms.
The exact cause of penile cancer is not fully understood, but risk factors may include human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, poor hygiene, smoking, and chronic inflammation of the penis.
Treatment for penile cancer typically involves surgery to remove the affected tissue, followed by radiation therapy and/or chemotherapy to kill any remaining cancer cells. In some cases, targeted therapy may also be used. The choice of treatment depends on the stage and severity of the cancer, as well as the patient's overall health and other factors.
The prognosis for penile cancer depends on the stage and severity of the cancer, as well as the patient's age and overall health.
