Acre experienced six cases of penis amputations due to cancer over the past five years, highlighting public health concerns related to hygiene and access to healthcare services.
According to research data from the Brazilian Ministry of Health released by the Brazilian Society of Urology (SBU), six men in Acre have undergone penis amputation due to cancer between 2021 and 2025. This alarming statistic is part of a broader trend in Brazil, where almost three thousand men have faced similar surgical interventions for penis cancer in the last five years. The study indicates that this type of cancer remains relatively rare but significantly impacts affected individuals and their families.
The report underscores the correlation between penis cancer and factors such as poor personal hygiene, phimosis (the narrowing or excess skin of the foreskin), and HPV infections. In Acre, four men have died from this disease, with deaths recorded in 2022, 2023, and 2025. The age group most affected by this cancer tends to be men over 50, pointing to a need for targeted health education and interventions for older populations.
Additionally, the research highlights that the Northern region of Brazil, including Acre, is particularly concerning due to limited access to information and healthcare services. This lack of resources exacerbates the situation, making it imperative for health authorities to improve public health education, enhance healthcare access, and address the stigmas associated with men's health issues in these areas to prevent further cases and fatalities from this disease.
