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. 1991 Oct;67(5):411–412. doi: 10.1136/sti.67.5.411

Multiple prostatic abscesses presenting with urethral discharge.

S K Gill 1, R J Gilson 1, D Rickards 1
PMCID: PMC1194743  PMID: 1743716

Abstract

Prostatic abscess has become less common, is now usually related to urinary tract infection, and is a rare cause of urethral discharge. The case is described of a man with prostatic abscesses caused by Staphylococcus aureus possibly related to recent skin abrasions. Transrectal ultrasound was used to make the diagnosis and to facilitate repeated drainage with a successful outcome.

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