Penile cancer causes shame and fear that needs to be countered
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Penile cancer causes shame and fear that needs to be countered

Nick Evans Health journalist

Nursing staff can help patients to cope with a penile cancer diagnosis by listening and offering access to counselling and support groups

Penile cancer is rare – accounting for less than 1% of all male cancer – but the number of cases is on the rise. With many patients facing delays getting diagnosed and treated, we share what nursing staff need to know to help spot the disease earlier.

Primary Health Care. 34, 5, 8-9. doi: 10.7748/phc.34.5.8.s3

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