Urethra infections
Symptoms and causes
Symptoms and causesWhat is it?
A urethra infection or urethritis is an (usually bacterial) infection of the urethra that is transmitted through sexual contact. Sometimes, but rather rarely, the causes are mechanical or chemical in nature.
Patients with sexually transmitted urethritis should avoid unprotected sexual contact for the duration of the treatment and until all symptoms have disappeared.
Symptoms
Many urethra infections are asymptomatic. Some patients experience pain when urinating and suppurate discharge from the urethra.
Diagnosis and treatment
Diagnosis and treatmentDiagnosis
A urine test can demonstrate with certainty whether it is a urethra infection.
Treatment
Antibiotics fight the urethritis.
It is also important to have the sexual partner(s) of the patient screened and, if necessary, treated.
Treatment centres and specialisations
Treatment centres and specialisations
Latest publication date: 15/05/2024
Supervising author: Dr Ameye Filip