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Urethral stricture is an abnormal narrowing of the urethra (the tube that releases urine from the body).
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Symptoms
Dysuria (painful urination; Difficulty urinating; Slow urine stream (may develop suddenly or gradually; Spraying of uri...
Causes
Urethral stricture may be caused by inflammation or scar tissue from surgery, disease, or injury. It may also be caused...
Tests
A physical examination may reveal the following: Decreased urinary stream; Enlarged or tender lymph nodes in the inguin...
Treatments
Placement of a suprapubic catheter, which allows the bladder to drain through the abdomen, may be necessary to alleviat...
Risk Factors
- Benign enlargement of prostate
- Chronic Urethritis
- History of sexually transmitted disease
Complications
Urethral stricture may totally block urine flow, causing acute urinary retention, a condition that must be alleviated q...
Prevention
Practicing safer-sex behaviors may decrease the risk of contracting sexually transmitted diseases and subsequent urethr...
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