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An Overview Of Urethral Stricture For Men

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Have you ever felt discomfort when urinating? Do you find yourself using the restroom the bulk of the time? If you are experiencing these symptoms, you might have a urethral stricture. A urethral stricture involves scarring that reduces the size of the channel that your body uses to discharge pee (urethra). A stricture restricts the flow of urine out of the bladder and can cause irritation or infection in the urinary system, among other problems.  Strictures can be of two kinds: Posterior Urethral Structures are the ones found in the first 1 to 2 inches of the urethra, and Anterior Urethral Structures are those found from the final 9 to 10 inches of the urethra. Treatments for urethral strictures have been variable. Cutting or excision of fibrous tissue might be used, a graft or flap of tissue might add to the problem area, or it might be replaced with a structure made of tissue engineering. While doctors and researchers understand little about how wound healing works, they know that

What If You Ignore The Prolonged Hip Pain?

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It's easy to ignore hip pain when it's intermittent and not too severe. But if you don't take care of it, it could become a bigger problem later on. In this article, we'll explore the possible consequences of ignoring hip pain and what you can do to treat it. If you're experiencing prolonged hip pain, it's important to pay attention as it might require you to seek medical help. Ignoring hip pain can lead to serious problems, including difficulty walking and impaired mobility. If you're having trouble performing daily activities because of hip pain, don't ignore it! Seek medical help to get relief and improve your quality of life. Can prolonged hip pain be avascular necrosis? Prolonged hip pain can be a sign of avascular necrosis , a condition where the blood supply to the bone is interrupted. This can lead to bone death and joint damage. If you're ignoring your hip pain, you could be putting yourself at risk for this serious condition. There are man

How To Prevent Urethral Stricture Recurrence?

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Urethral stricture is a condition in which the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body, becomes narrowed. This can happen due to scar tissue, inflammation, or injury. While urethral stricture is not a life-threatening condition, it can be very painful and cause urinary problems. Not treating it properly can also lead to recurrence. Causes of Urethral Stricture A few typical reasons are injuries to the urethra, infections including STIs, harm from surgical instruments, and illnesses that induce edema. Other reasons include prostate surgery, kidney stone removal, urinary catheterization, and injuries sustained from falls onto the scrotum or perineum. However, the most common cause of urethral stricture is scar tissue formation following injury or surgery. In some cases, the cause of the stricture cannot be determined. Treatment for Urethral Stricture If you have been diagnosed with urethral stricture, it is important to follow your treatment plan as it recur