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Is Frequent Urination Normal After Brachytherapy For Prostate Cancer?

Had brachytherapy for prostate cancer 17 months ago. Had no side effects until a month ago. Developed burning and more frequent urination. Weak stream as well. Is this normal? I am 62 years old in generally good health. My email is YYYY@YYYY . Thank you.
Tue, 1 Jul 2014
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Hi sir. U might be suffering from urethral stricture. It is a chronic side effect of radiation related to fibrosis. Please consult a urologist nearby. A simple aseptic dilatation of urethra will solve ur problm.
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Is Frequent Urination Normal After Brachytherapy For Prostate Cancer?

Hi sir. U might be suffering from urethral stricture. It is a chronic side effect of radiation related to fibrosis. Please consult a urologist nearby. A simple aseptic dilatation of urethra will solve ur problm.