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A member asked:

33 year old male, very mild and intermittent urethral sting, seems to present when i think about it honestly...worthy of considering prostatits?

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Dr. Lane Childs answered

Specializes in Urology

Yes: Common things are common and this certainly would be a common diagnosis for your age group. Be sure to hydrate well, soak in the tub some, and i'll bet this will simply clear.

Answered 5/25/2015

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