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Suggest Treatment For Sore Penis And Frequent Urge To Urinate

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Posted on Wed, 2 Sep 2015
Question: I think I may have a UTI, but don't have health insurance for 2-3 weeks. What should I do in the alternative?

I think I may have a UTI (sore penile shaft and frequent urge to urinate). I dont have health insurance for 2-3 weeks as I just started a new job. What should I do in the alternative?
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Answered by Dr. Matthew J. Mangat (24 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
First confirm UTI.

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX and welcome to HCM.
As an Urologist, let me assure you that UTI, is diagnosed by doing urine routine and culture test. You can see an Urologist in the meantime and get an expert examination done, to know for sure, if you can wait two weeks, without treatment.
Maintain good penile hygiene and avoid intercourse in that time.
Wish you well.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Matthew J. Mangat (5 minutes later)
Thanks - any OTC options available?
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Answered by Dr. Matthew J. Mangat (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
First examination is needed.

Detailed Answer:
Hi again.
It's important to get a proper diagnosis.
Accordingly specific treatment can be started, with quick relief.
OTC options are not safe.
Wish you well.
Note: Consult a Urologist online for consultation about prostate and bladder problems, sexual dysfunction, kidney stones, prostate enlargement, urinary incontinence, impotence and erectile dysfunction - Click here.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Suggest Treatment For Sore Penis And Frequent Urge To Urinate

Brief Answer: First confirm UTI. Detailed Answer: Hello XXXX and welcome to HCM. As an Urologist, let me assure you that UTI, is diagnosed by doing urine routine and culture test. You can see an Urologist in the meantime and get an expert examination done, to know for sure, if you can wait two weeks, without treatment. Maintain good penile hygiene and avoid intercourse in that time. Wish you well.