Bowenoid Papulosis Treatment
- Cutterage and cautery The affected skin portion, under the effects of local anesthesia, is scraped away. ...
- Imiquimod cream/chemotherapy cream (5-fluoroouracil) The cream is applied to the affected area for a period of time. ...
- Photodynamic therapy The method involves application of a cream on the affected portion which is sensitive to light. ...
- Cryotherapy ...
- Surgery ...
What is the best treatment for genital Bowenoid papulosis?
One report describes 2 cases of genital bowenoid papulosis successfully treated with tazarotene.Another report shows an extensive case of bowenoid papulosis improving after 8 weeks of treatment with combined oral acitretin and topical 5% Imiquimod.
What is the prognosis of Bowenoid papulosis?
Despite the malignant pathology, bowenoid papulosis often follows a benign course, resolving with or without treatment. Bowenoid papulosis is said to resolve spontaneously after childbirth in young women. The risk of penile squamous cell carcinoma has been estimated to be 30%, increasing with duration of disease.
What are the symptoms of Bowenoid papulosis?
Although the glans penis, foreskin, and vulval labia are the most common sites affected, bowenoid papulosis may present on other parts of the genitals, around the anus, or oral cavity. It is usually asymptomatic but lesions can become inflamed, itchy, and painful.
How do you test for Bowenoid papulosis?
Bowenoid Papulosis Diagnosis. This disease is diagnosed by its appearance with the help of skin biopsy or dermoscopy. During laboratory analysis, application of white vinegar on them makes the subclinical lesions visible within 5 to 10 minutes. Histopathology test shows a network of irregular nuclei arranged that looks windblown.
