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Meatal stenosis
Urinary tract, female
Urinary tract, male
 
Overview   Symptoms   Treatment   Prevention   

Meatal stenosis

Alternative names:

urethral meatal stenosis

Treatment:

Surgical widening of the urethral opening can be done under local anesthetic as a minor surgical procedure.

Expectations (prognosis):

Expect normal function following surgery.

Complications:

Untreated, there may be discomfort with urination and some bleeding with urination.

Calling your health care provider:

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if your child has symptoms of this disorder.


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