Causes of Urethral Pain:


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Common causes of urethral pain include infection, calculus, prostatitis/seminal vesiculitis, urethral injury/trauma, urethritis, urethral diverticulum, urethral stricture, tumor, etc. Treatment varies depending on the cause. Urinary pain can be caused by a variety of causes, the following are some common causes: 1. Infection: Urinary system infections such as urethritis, cystitis, pyelonephritis are common causes of urethral pain. Bacteria, viruses, or other pathogens infect the urethra, causing inflammation, resulting in pain, frequent urination, urgency, and other symptoms. 2. Urinary stones: Urinary stones are another common cause. Stones can move in the urethra, irritating the urethral mucosa, causing pain and difficulty urinating. 3. Prostatitis/seminal vesiculitis: Inflammation of the prostate and seminal vesicles in men may also cause urethral pain. These inflammations are usually associated with infection, but may also be caused by other factors. 4. Urinary injury/trauma: Urinary injury, instrument manipulation, or trauma may cause urethral pain and bleeding. 5. Other causes: Urethrostomatitis, urethral diverticulum, urethral stricture, tumors, etc. may also cause urethral pain. If urethral pain occurs, seek medical attention promptly for a detailed physical examination and diagnosis. The doctor may take the following steps to determine the cause and develop a treatment plan: 1. History collection: The doctor will ask the patient about symptoms, medical history, medication, etc. to understand the background and possible causes of the disease. 2. Physical examination: including external genitalia examination, urinary system examination, etc. to evaluate the condition of urethra and related organs. 3. Laboratory examination: may include urine analysis, blood test, imaging examination (such as ultrasound, X-ray, CT, etc.), etc. to further clarify the diagnosis. 4. Treatment: Treatment will depend on the cause. Common treatment measures include antibiotics to treat infections, stone treatment, anti-inflammatory treatment, surgical treatment, etc. For special groups, such as pregnant women, children, the elderly or patients with other underlying diseases, the management of urethral pain may need to be more cautious. The doctor will make the appropriate treatment plan according to the individual situation, and consider the safety and applicability of the drug. In short, urethral pain is a common symptom, but the cause may be varied. Timely medical treatment and professional diagnosis and treatment are the key to solving the problem. During treatment, patients should follow doctor's advice, pay attention to personal hygiene, maintain good living habits, and return to hospital on time to ensure that the disease is effectively controlled.