There are 6,500 penis cancer amputations in Brazil in a decade.

Penis cancer cases increasing: Brazil sees 6,500 amputations in a decade #breakingnews#news

Penis cancer cases increasing: Brazil sees 6,500 amputations in a decade "It's something you never imagine will happen to you," says João, 63, who under went a partial amputation. #press

Penile cancer: 6,500 amputations in Brazil in a decade – BBC News Article information Author, Luis Barrucho Role, BBC World Service 3 hours ago In 2018, Brazilian pensioner João sought medical help after he found a wart on his penis. "I started visiting medical clinics to find out what it was, but all the doctors told me it was due to excess skin and prescribed medication," the 63-year-old recalls. Despite the medication, the wart continued to grow.