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Symptom Checker
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Painful or Frequent Urination in Men
Difficulty passing urine is often a sign of a prostate problem, such as an enlarged prostate or chronic prostatitis.
Certain medications can cause or aggravate these symptoms, including certain over-the-counter cold products and many prescription drugs.
Have you recently started taking any new medications, either by prescription or over the counter?
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