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Tests For Prostate Problems
Chronic bacterial prostatitis
Symptoms
Symptoms of chronic prostatitis are similar to those of acute prostatitis but are not as severe. They usually begin more gradually. Patients may have no symptoms in between episodes, or they may experience mild symptoms all the time.
Symptoms may include:
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Blood in the urine - Decreased urinary stream
- Delayed start of urination (
urinary hesitancy ) - Frequent urination
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Incontinence - Low-grade...
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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