Seborrheic Keratoses of the Penis: About a Rare Case

Abstract

Seborrheic keratoses (SK) are very common benign epidermal tumors. Their pathogenesis has been detected already in 2006 and includes several aetiological factors. The participation of human papilloma virus (HPV) is being discussed. SK of the penis is extremely rare and may be misdiagnosed. Histopathology will help in the diagnosis.

Giant Genital Seborrheic Keratosis: A Case Report and Review of the Literature

“…SK is also known as senile warts or basal cell papillomas [2]. The lesions are rarely more than 3 cm in diameter and commonly occurs in sun-exposed areas with exception of palms, soles, and mucosa and usually presents as multiple pigmented papules and plaques with stuck-on appearance [1,6]. SK in the genital [1][2][3][4]7] and perianal [8] areas is a rare entity and is usually seen mostly in males in 4-5 th decades [1][2][3][4][5] as seen in our case.…”