I have two red lumpy rashes on my penis, they aren't sore, don't itch or anything. They sometimes appear redder than other times, but don't really seem to be growing much.

I am concerned in case they are cancer, anyone got any experience or know what other symptoms, if any I should look out for?

J

funguy658687 (imported) wrote: Tue Jun 23, 2009 12:53 am I have two red lumpy rashes on my penis, they aren't sore, don't itch or anything. They sometimes appear redder than other times, but don't really seem to be growing much.

I am concerned in case they are cancer, anyone got any experience or know what other symptoms, if any I should look out for?

J

It can be Querat erithroplasya (0 stage of cancer). Or It can be cancer. It can be some dermal ill. I am not a doctor. I think You should address to the doctor internally.

Think I'll have to pluck up courage and see my GP.

Could be any of the following besides an STD but wouldn't hurt to have a doc take a look.

Molluscum contagiosum: a common, benign, infectious viral disease affecting the skin and mucous membranes. It is a common skin condition in childhood when it is transmitted through ordinary peer contact. In adults it may be sexually transmitted and this is probably the commonest cause of penile molluscum in adult men. It appears as multiple, small, dome-shaped papules, often with a central depression or plug. A curd-like discharge can be squeezed from them. It may disappear without treatment, but freezing or cautery will usually get rid of it.

Balanitis and posthitis: balanitis is an inflammatory condition of the glans penis. Posthitis is an inflammatory condition of the foreskin. Symptoms include local irritation, burning and a red rash. Sometimes the skin appears to be peeling off as if scalded. Bacteria and yeasts such as candida can cause it. It is more common in older men and those with diabetes. Balanitis is infectious and may be sexually transmitted. It can be treated with appropriate antimicrobial creams.

Erythroplasia of Queyrat: appears as a sharply demarcated bright red plaque with a velvety surface. It is usually painless, and not itchy. It is an early manifestation of penile cancer and needs prompt diagnosis and treatment. Excision of the affected area is usually curative. It is not infectious.

Zoon's plasma cell balanitis: Zoon's balanitis appears as a bright red, shiny-surfaced plaque on the glans or inner surface of the foreskin. It is usually painless but may be accompanied by itching. The cause is unknown. It may respond to application of steroid cream, but frequently recurs. Circumcision is curative, but not essential. It is a harmless condition but can be confused with the much more serious condition of Erythroplasia of Queyrat. It is not infectious.

Lichen sclerosis and balanitis xerotica obliterans: lichen sclerosis appears as white plaques on the glans, foreskin or shaft of the penis. It usually has no symptoms, although burning and irritation have been reported.

Balanitis xerotica obliterans is a severe form of lichen sclerosis affecting the foreskin of uncircumcised men. The opening or edge of the foreskin is firm and has a white scarred appearance. It is quite inelastic and will not pucker open as it is retracted. This may interfere with passing urine or sex. Both conditions may, rarely, lead to penile cancer and circumcision may be necessary. They are not infectious.

Psoriasis

Eczema: most commonly affects other parts of the body, but occasionally it may first appear on the penis. In such cases, it may be a skin reaction to an irritant that is better be described as dermatitis. Eczema appears as diffuse red plaques with a poorly defined edge and finely scaled surface. It frequently causes quite severe irritation. It can be caused by infection or local reaction to skin injury from chemicals or radiation. There are a number of effective treatments available, such as steroid creams. It is not infectious.

A Urologist would be the one, not a GP.

A Urologist is the one certified to off a

And if I felt that is what you needed or you had such cancer, I would not make so light of it.

If this experience has caused you some new thoughts on penile cancer and cure, ref.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xd2EHR5lyZg

maybe you would resurrect this thread and offer feelings as they evolve.

http://www.eunuch.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=15546

funguy658687 (imported) wrote: Tue Jun 23, 2009 12:53 am I have two red lumpy rashes on my penis, they aren't sore, don't itch or anything. They sometimes appear redder than other times, but don't really seem to be growing much.

I am concerned in case they are cancer, anyone got any experience or know what other symptoms, if any I should look out for?

J

Please go to a doctor.

You should go to a doctor regardless, but to put your mind at ease, Cancer will not fluctuate in it's appearance/ It will only get worse. So if your red patches seem to improve, and then worsen, it is very unlikely that it is cancer.

I suspect that you are experiencing a minor bout of eczema, which still needs to be treated by a doctor...

Good luck!

Thank you all for these comments and words of encouragement.

I will go see my doc!

J