Meatal Stenosis: Prevention & Expectations (Urethral Meatal Stenosis)

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Meatal Stenosis

Alternate Names : Urethral Meatal Stenosis

Meatal Stenosis | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What can be done to prevent the condition?

Meatal stenosis cannot always be prevented. In a recently circumcised boy, frequent diaper changes may decrease the risk. In adult males, practicing safer sex may decrease the risk of STDs. Following sports safety guidelines for children, adolescents, and adults can prevent injuries to the meatus.

What are the long-term effects of the condition?

If left untreated, meatal stenosis may continue to cause discomfort and bleeding with urination.

What are the risks to others?

Meatal stenosis is not contagious and poses no risk to others. If the meatal stenosis is caused by an underlying STD, the infection may be contagious.

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Author: Stuart Wolf, MD
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 08/10/01

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