A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY ON THE PATTERN OF NON-VENEREAL DERMATOSES OF MALE GENITALIA AT A TERTIARY CARE TEACHING HOSPITAL
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Keywords
Non Venereal, Scabies, Genital Lesions.
Abstract
Background
The majority of dermatological conditions typically affect different parts of the body, including the genitalia. The diagnosis is simple when other sites are affected. The treating physician finds it challenging to distinguish between non-venereal and venereal genital lesions if the lesion is limited to the genitalia.
Methods
This was a descriptive study of new cases with genital lesions among adult male patients above the age of 12 years, excluding transgender patients and patients presenting with classical sexually transmitted infections, attending a skin and STD outpatient clinic for a period of one and a half years.
Results
In our investigation, 200 cases of non-venereal genital dermatoses were observed. The age range of 21 to 30 years old accounted for 39.5% of all patients. Scabies was found to be the most common NVGD, occurring in 73 (36.5%) patients. The prevalence of pearly penile papule was higher among benign conditions and normal variants [5 (2.5%)]. Lichen planus and vitiligo were shown to be the most prevalent inflammatory disorders and miscellaneous conditions, respectively. Genitalia alone was found to be engaged in more patients [116 (58%)] out of the four categories categorised by the site of involvement. The penile shaft was the most common site of involvement in male genitalia.
Conclusion
Not every lesion that develops over the genitalia is sexually transmitted. Over the lifetime, numerous additional non-venereal disorders may manifest. All medical professionals should treat these diseases with the right medications and approach their examination and assessment with an open mind. Understanding the clinical and etiological features of different non-genital dermatoses aids in both making a diagnosis and educating patients about the value of upholding and enhancing social and personal hygiene practices.
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Dr. Saju A.S.
Assistant Professor, Department Of Dermatology, Azeezia Medical College Hospital, Kollam, Kerala, India.