Definition
Erythroplasia of Queyrat is an early form of skin cancer found on the penis. The cancer is called squamous cell carcinoma in situ.
Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
The condition is typically found in men who have not had the foreskin of the penis surgically removed (circumcision).
Pictures & Images
Male reproductive system
The male reproductive system, viewed from a sagittal section.
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Erythroplasia of Queyrat : Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
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Erythroplasia of Queyrat : Symptoms & Signs
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Erythroplasia of Queyrat : Treatment
Review Date : 4/5/2009
Reviewed By : David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine; Yi-Bin Chen, MD, Leukemia/Bone Marrow Transplant Program, Massachusetts General Hospital. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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