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Predisposing factors

Last reviewed dd mmm yyyy. Last edited dd mmm yyyy

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The aetiology is uncertain. Factors associated with the disease include:

  • poor hygiene
  • retention of smegma under the foreskin
  • Herpes genitalis

There is no conclusive evidence that circumcision is a protective factor against the development of penile carcinoma.

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