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'Could it be an STI', I ask, but Mr. Diekstra thinks not

'Could it be an STI', I ask, but Mr. Diekstra thinks not

A doctor describes a rare medical consultation where a young man was accompanied by his mother to discuss concerns regarding sexual health and potential STIs. The physician noted that while parents rarely join appointments involving such personal matters, he valued the mother's participation in the conversation.

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