Erythroplasia of Queyrat

Erythroplasia of Queyrat is an early form of skin cancer found on the penis. The cancer is called squamous cell carcinoma in situ.

Causes of Erythroplasia of Queyrat

The condition is typically found in men who have not had the foreskin of the penis surgically removed (circumcision).

Erythroplasia of Queyrat Symptoms

The main symptoms are a red rash and irritation on the tip of the penis.

Treatment of Erythroplasia of Queyrat

Erythroplasia of Queyrat is usually treated with creams such as imiquimod or 5-fluorouracil, which are used for several weeks to months. It does not respond to anti-inflammatory creams, such as topical steroids.

This condition is sometimes treated with medicines taken by mouth, including chemotherapy drugs and medicines that change the body's immune response.

More aggressive forms of the disease may require surgery, usually microscopic shaving (Mohs surgery).

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Premalignant and malignant nonmelanoma skin tumors. In: Habif TP, ed. Clinical Dermatology. 5th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier; 2009:chap 21.

Male reproductive system

Review Date: 10/10/2010
Reviewed By: Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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