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What could be the reason for frequent urination and an intermittent burning sensation at the tip of the penis?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have been urinating frequently recently and have an on/off burning sensation at the tip of my penis. I am taking Metformin 500 mg, Crestor 10 mg, and Aspirin 80 mg daily.

Please help.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Shahad Abdulrahman Alshehri

Education:

Training in Internal Medicine

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Dr. Shahad Abdulrahman Alshehri, an accomplished Internal Medicine. Her dedication to patient care and deep understanding of internal medicine have made her a trusted healthcare provider. She is committed to delivering comprehensive and compassionate medical services to her patients.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have addressed your concern.

Your symptoms could be related to urinary tract infections, including urethritis, and in males, we consider UTIs complicated as the incidence is not as common as in women. So, in addition to the analysis you have sent, we need to follow up on the cultures to rule UTIs out. You should also have an ultrasound to assess any urinary tract abnormality or obstruction that can cause an infection or symptoms like yours. A prostate exam for benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlargement) should be performed, as a large prostate can cause urinary symptoms and infections. A gonorrhea test (PCR) can be done with a urethral swab to rule out urethritis secondary to a gonococcal infection, which is considered a sexually transmitted disease if you have the risk factors like multiple or new sexual partners.

I hope I have answered and helped you.

Do not hesitate to reach out for help when needed.

I am always here to help.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At August 7, 2023
Reviewed At May 8, 2026

Education:

Training in Internal Medicine

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shahad Abdulrahman Alshehri, an accomplished Internal Medicine. Her dedication to patient care and deep understanding of internal medicine have made her a trusted healthcare provider. She is committed to delivering comprehensive and compassionate medical services to her patients.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

Training in Internal Medicine

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shahad Abdulrahman Alshehri, an accomplished Internal Medicine. Her dedication to patient care and deep understanding of internal medicine have made her a trusted healthcare provider. She is committed to delivering comprehensive and compassionate medical services to her patients.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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