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    GlossaryLower Urinary Tract Symptoms

    refer to issues with urination involving the bladder and urethra

    Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS) refer to a range of symptoms related to problems with the bladder and urethra. These can include difficulty in urination, frequent urination, urgency, and incomplete bladder emptying. LUTS can be caused by various conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men, urinary tract infections (UTIs), or overactive bladder.

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      in Chat  198 upvotes 5 months ago
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