We report the unusual complication of penile ulceration caused by Nicorandil, a nicotinamide ester used in the treatment of symptomatic angina pectoris.
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Cureus
December 2024
Ophthalmology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Madurai, Madurai, IND.
Melanoma is a highly aggressive malignancy originating from melanocytes, characterized by its potential to arise in various anatomic locations, both common and rare. The incidence of melanoma has been steadily increasing globally, with variations in clinical presentation, tumor behavior, and prognosis depending on the anatomical site involved. Understanding the diverse pathological spectrum of melanoma is critical for optimizing diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.
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IMAGINE UR UM 103, Montpellier University, Department of Medical Imaging, IPI Plateform, Nîmes University Hospital, 30900 Nîmes, France.
Mil Med
December 2024
Division of Infectious Diseases, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21218, USA.
We report a case of mpox in an active duty male on board a naval warship, who presented with a chancre-like penile lesion and ulcerating lymphadenopathy in the setting of a nonreactive treponemal test. Despite empirical therapy for sexually transmitted infections, he developed a fever and a generalized pustular rash. The patient was placed in isolation, and contact tracing was performed.
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January 2025
Nepalese Army Institute of Health Sciences, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Introduction: Fournier's gangrene, a polymicrobial infection affecting the scrotum and perineal area, predominantly affects elderly males, presenting challenges in diagnosis and management. This report examines two cases, with a focus on the rare outcome of bilateral orchidectomy.
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Cureus
November 2024
Urology, College of Health and Medical Techniques, Al-Hadba University College, Mosul, IRQ.
Injection of various substances into the penis for augmentation is an uncommon and concerning practice that can have serious consequences, such as skin necrosis, ulcers, suboptimal cosmetic results, and persistent edema, often requiring extensive surgical repair. In this article, we present a rare case of penile self-injection with Kanamycin ointment. We describe the clinical course of the disease and the management framework that was followed.
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