25/12/2024
Urethritis
Definition
Urethritis is inflammation (swelling and irritation) of the urethra. The urethra is the tube that carries urine from the body.
Alternative Names
Urethral syndrome; NGU; Non-gonococcal urethritis
Causes
Both bacteria and viruses may cause urethritis. Some of the bacteria that cause this condition include E coli, chlamydia, and gonorrhea. These bacteria also cause urinary tract infections (UTIs) and some s*xually transmitted diseases. Viral causes are herpes simplex virus and cytomegalovirus.
Other causes include:
Injury
Sensitivity to the chemicals used in spermicides, contraceptive jellies, or foams
Sometimes the cause is unknown.
Risks for urethritis include:
Being a female
Being male, ages 20 to 35
Having many s*xual partners
High-risk s*xual behavior (such as men having penetrating a**l s*x without a condom)
History of s*xually transmitted diseases
Symptoms
In men:
Blood in the urine or semen
Burning pain while urinating (dysuria)
Discharge from p***s
Fever (rare)
Frequent or urgent urination
Itching, tenderness, or swelling in p***s
Enlarged lymph nodes in the groin area
Pain with in*******se or ej*******on
In women:
Abdominal pain
Burning pain while urinating
Fever and chills
Frequent or urgent urination
Pelvic pain
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