Urethritis

Urethritis: causes, symptoms and treatment

Urethritis is an inflammation of the urethra, the tube that connects the bladder to the outside environment and serves to remove urine from the body. This disease can be caused by various factors such as infections, injuries or chemical irritants.

There are two types of urethritis: specific and nonspecific. Specific urethritis is caused by gonococcal infection, which is sexually transmitted. Nonspecific urethritis can be caused by an infection with Chlamydia trachomatis or other sexually transmitted infections. Also, urethritis can be caused by trauma to the urethra after insertion of a catheter.

Symptoms of urethritis may include discharge from the urethra, which may be white, yellow, or green in color. This discharge is often accompanied by painful or difficult urination (dysuria) and a burning sensation during urination. Urethritis can also cause pain in the bladder or perineal area.

To properly treat urethritis, it is necessary to establish the cause of the disease. If the urethritis is caused by gonorrhea, the patient is prescribed antibiotics such as ceftriaxone or azithromycin. If the urethritis is caused by another sexually transmitted infection, appropriate antibiotics are prescribed to treat that infection.

If left untreated or if the disease is severe, urethritis can be complicated by urethral stricture, when the tube narrows due to the formation of scar tissue. If symptoms of urethritis appear, it is important to consult a doctor for diagnosis and prescribing the necessary treatment.

Overall, urethritis is a common condition that can be caused by various factors. However, with proper diagnosis and treatment, most cases of urethritis can be successfully treated and complications prevented.

**Urethritis** is an inflammatory process of the urethra. The disease is also called "male or female urethritis." _**Etiology and pathogenesis**_

Urethropathy is classified as an infectious disease caused by Chlamydia pneumoniae (C. pneumoniae). Risk factors: * Repeated sexual intercourse. * Frequent change of sexual partner.

As the disease progresses, symptoms may change, and discomfort increases as the infection progresses.