What is the cause of penile sebaceous gland hyperplasia?

The penis is the male reproductive organ and the most important part of men, but the penis is easily harmed by diseases because it is too exposed, which gives some diseases an opportunity to take advantage. For example, vulvitis, balanitis, etc. are all diseases that have a great impact on the penis. There is also a relatively rare penile disease phenomenon called penile sebaceous gland hyperplasia. Most men are relatively unfamiliar with this. So, what is the matter with penile sebaceous gland hyperplasia?

Male penis sebaceous gland hyperplasia occurs as single or multiple scattered mung bean to soybean sized papules, which are light yellow or milky white, slightly umbilical at the top, and soft in texture. This is the most common benign skin tumor. Many people have experienced sebaceous cysts, especially young people in their growth and development period. Sebaceous cysts are more common on the scalp and face, followed by the trunk.

Male penile sebaceous hyperplasia is pale yellow or milky white papules that grow very slowly. The acetic acid test is negative. The histopathological characteristics are sebaceous gland hypertrophy. The glands are multi-lobed, and each lobe is divided into many lobules, resembling a bunch of grapes.

Because of the different depths and contents, the sizes vary greatly, ranging from small ones like rice grains to large ones like eggs. They are often diagnosed as lipomas, fibromas, etc. Sebaceous cysts grow very slowly, but patients can still feel that they are gradually increasing.

Penile sebaceous gland hyperplasia is also a disease phenomenon. Its impact on men is not as great as that of penitis, etc., but it can have a certain impact on men's reproductive function, such as causing disharmony in the relationship between husband and wife, etc. Therefore, people should be vigilant about the occurrence of some reproductive diseases in life and actively maintain the health of their genitals.