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I have a red a swollen meatus and get a sharp shooting pain everytime i go to wee?

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See your doctor: Balanitis often needs to be treated with an antibiotic. See your doctor to confirm the diagnosis and receive any treatment that is necessary.

Answered 8/26/2014

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