[Nonvenereal sclerosing lymphangitis of the penis: presentation of a clinical case]

Actas Dermosifiliogr. 2005 Jul-Aug;96(6):395-7. doi: 10.1016/s0001-7310(05)73099-4.
[Article in Spanish]

Abstract

Nonvenereal sclerosing lymphangitis of the penis is an infrequent process that affects the distal lymphatics of this organ. It is characterized by the sudden appearance of a translucent and indurated cord on the coronal sulcus. Its etiology is unknown, although it has been related to microtraumas in the area after intense sexual activity. It is a benign, self-resolving process, so it is not necessary to perform a biopsy in early stages, and initial treatment should be conservative. We present a new case of this disease and discuss its etiopathogenic, clinical, diagnostic and therapeutic characteristics.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Lymphangitis* / diagnosis
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Penile Diseases* / diagnosis
  • Penis / pathology
  • Sclerosis