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February 2, 2026Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AIDS0 citations

Successful treatment of pseudoepitheliomatous keratotic and micaceous balanitis with topical 5-fluorouracil

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UPU. K. PallaviSShivaniSSSangita Singh

Key Points

  • The aim is to report an effective treatment for pseudoepitheliomatous keratotic and micaceous balanitis (PKMB).
  • Case study of a 41-year-old circumcised male with PKMB.
  • The patient was treated with topical 5% 5-fluorouracil.
  • A short-contact regimen was used for administration.
  • Complete lesion clearance was achieved after treatment.
  • No recurrence was observed after treatment.

Abstract

Abstract Pseudoepitheliomatous keratotic and micaceous balanitis (PKMB) is a rare penile condition usually seen in elderly uncircumcised men. We report a case of PKMB in a 41-year-old circumcised male presenting with a hyperkeratotic plaque on the glans penis. Histopathology showed features of PKMB with mild cellular atypia. The patient refused surgery and was treated successfully with topical 5% 5-fluorouracil using a short-contact regimen, resulting in complete lesion clearance without recurrence. This case highlights a rare presentation and effective nonsurgical management of PKMB.

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Pallavi et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6980ffa4c1c9540dea812396https://doi.org/10.4103/ijstd.ijstd_149_25
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