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Is it possible for a prostate to have infection or even scar tissue? if so what would be the symptoms?

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Many: Pain pressure difficult urination fever chills.

Answered 3/15/2013

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Yes: Inflammation or infection of the prostate is a common problem. It may have pain, frequency or other urinary symptoms. Your should see your urologist if you have symptoms.

Dr Jackson agreed

Answered 3/15/2013

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