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How can i distinguish between a urethral stricture and prostatitis?
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Here's some...: Specifically, diminished urine flow from urethral strictures will slowly progressivelyrics diminish and can not be improved with alpha-blocker, but that from prostatitis may fluctuate and be improved with alpha-blocker. More? Seek professional evaluation and counseling timely.
Answered 1/3/2015
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