A urethral stricture, or narrowing of the urethra, may cause decreased urine output. Symptoms include painful urination, urinary retention, and pelvic pain. Surgery is the only treatment for people with uncontrolled symptoms of urethral narrowing. Read more: Urethral Stricture Article
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- Burning Urination
- Difficulty Urinating
- Pelvic Pain
- Blood in Urine
- Urinary Retention
- Urinary Incontinence
- How to Choose a Doctor
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