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. 2018 Jun 15;3(1):5–20. doi: 10.1007/s41669-018-0084-1

Urethrotomy: Severe

Discomfort in the penis and bladder from using a catheter
Severe urethral bleeding which requires you to have a telescopic examination under anaesthetic
Serious urinary tract infection which makes you feel ill and requires you to stay in hospital overnight for antibiotics from an IV drip
Severe pain in the penis and bladder area requiring you to take regular painkillers
Difficulty getting and maintaining a penile erection for sex