That number is nothing compared to lung and colon cancers. 1500 for the whole North America is not alot. (USA and Canada). It accounts for 0.2% of diagnosed cancers in the USA.
the information i read about Penile CA was that 1,500 men are diagnosed in North America each year.
Yes, Penile CA would not be any easy thing to deal with. If you are living in Europe or North America it is RARELY diagnosed there. There is a theory about uncircumcised men and the incidence of this cancer.
Lastly, I was an Oncology (Cancer) RN in the USA for 8 years and NEVER have seen and/or taken care of anyone with Penile CA.
its funny after i found out about Penile CA I was hoping it was herpes instead
If you have had them for a number of years and they have not multiplied and/or changed, it is less likely this is any Penile CA.
Sounds more like possible genital warts or HPV.
Get checked for Herpes as your physician has recommended.