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What is 'ketamine bladder'?
'Ketamine bladder' refers to severe damage to the bladder caused by ketamine use. It can lead to painful, frequent urination and, in extreme cases, permanent damage requiring surgery or even bladder removal. The story shows how young people, some as young as 13, are suffering from this debilitating condition, needing specialist treatment.
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