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Split stream - should you be concerned?

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a split urinary stream is not always a cause for concern sometimes it can be due to something called an adhesion and the most common cause is that when you ejaculate sperm it can some dry sperm can get stuck in the urethra tube and that can cause sort of uh the edges to stick together and allow urine not to flow quite as well it can happen from anything that's sort of blocking the flow so sometimes occasionally the opening of the urethra can stick together and it can cause a spade stream it can be due to an excess of four skin that's stuck together called fimosis or an enlarged prostate that c...

FAQ

  • Q: What can cause a split urinary stream?
    A: An adhesion, which can occur when dry sperm gets stuck in the urethra tube, or other factors that block the flow of urine.
  • Q: What can cause the opening of the urethra to stick together?
    A: Excess skin that's stuck together, called phimosis, or an enlarged prostate that can narrow the urethra.
  • Q: When should I see a urologist about a split urinary stream?
    A: If you're having trouble emptying your bladder, getting recurrent infections in the area, or bladder infections, it's recommended to seek medical attention to get it checked out.

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