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Is the lesion or are surrounding lymph nodes tender? The presence of tenderness of the lesion or the surrounding lymph nodes would suggest chancroid, lymphogranuloma venereum, herpes genitalis, and carcinoma. On the other hand, if ... DIAGNOSTIC WORKUP
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Skin lesions in the genital area are common, and the etiology can range from simple irritation to sexually transmitted diseases to malignancy. The appearance of the lesion, the presence of pain and/or itching, and a description of how the lesion has changed over... Differential Diagnosis ... Workup and Diagnosis ... Treatment
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... Among the diverse lesions that may affect the male genitalia are warts, papules, ulcers, scales, and pustules. These common lesions may be painful or painless, singular or multiple. They may be limited to the genitalia or may also occur elsewhere on... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... Geriatric pointers ... Pictures
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... Genital warts (also known as venereal warts or condylomata acuminata) consist of papillomas with fibrous tissue overgrowth from the dermis and thickened epithelial coverings. They’re uncommon before puberty or after menopause. Certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV)... Causes ... Signs and symptoms ... Diagnosis ... Treatment ... Special considerations
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... Among the diverse lesions that may affect the male genitalia are warts, papules, ulcers, scales, and pustules. These common lesions may be painful or painless, singular or multiple. They may be limited to the genitalia or may also occur elsewhere on... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... Geriatric pointers ... Patient counseling ... Pictures
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Differential Overview
❑ Herpes simplex
❑ Trauma
❑ Syphilis
❑ Fixed drug eruption
❑ Behçet syndrome ... Diagnostic Approach ... Clinical Findings ... Pictures
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... Among the diverse lesions that may affect the male genitalia are warts, papules, ulcers, scales, and pustules. These common lesions may be painful or painless, singular or multiple. They may be limited to the genitalia or may also occur elsewhere on the body. ... History ... Physical assessment ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... Geriatric pointers ... Patient counseling ... Pictures
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... Among the diverse lesions that may affect the male genitalia are warts, papules, ulcers, scales, and pustules. These common lesions may be painful or painless, singular or multiple. They may be limited to the genitalia or may also occur elsewhere on the body. (See ... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Nursing considerations ... Patient teaching ... Pictures
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