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Urethritis Treatment in Nepal

Get expert diagnosis and effective treatment for the causes of painful urination and urethral discharge.

Understanding Urethritis

Urethritis is the inflammation of the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder to outside the body. It is commonly caused by sexually transmitted infections (STIs), but can also result from other types of infections or injuries.

It's a condition that affects both men and women, but symptoms are often more noticeable in men. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent complications.

Causes of Urethritis

Urethritis is typically classified based on its cause:

1. Gonococcal Urethritis (GU)

This is caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae, the same bacterium that causes gonorrhea. It often leads to a purulent (pus-like) discharge.

2. Non-Gonococcal Urethritis (NGU)

This is urethritis not caused by gonorrhea. The most common causes of NGU are:

  • Chlamydia trachomatis: The most frequent cause of NGU.
  • Mycoplasma genitalium: An emerging cause, often responsible for persistent or recurrent urethritis.
  • Trichomonas vaginalis: A parasite that more commonly causes vaginitis in women but can also cause urethritis in men.
  • Other bacteria like Ureaplasma urealyticum or viruses like Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV).

Symptoms

  • Pain or a burning sensation during urination (dysuria).
  • Discharge from the penis, which can be white, cloudy, or watery.
  • A feeling of needing to urinate frequently or urgently.
  • Itching or irritation at the tip of the penis.

In women, symptoms can be less specific and may be mistaken for a bladder or vaginal infection.

Urethritis Treatment in Nepal

Treatment depends on the underlying cause. At STD Nepal, we conduct thorough testing to identify the specific pathogen.

Treatment typically involves a course of antibiotics. For example:

  • A combination of Ceftriaxone (injection) and Azithromycin or Doxycycline (oral) is often used to cover both gonorrhea and chlamydia.
  • If Mycoplasma genitalium is suspected or confirmed, specific antibiotic regimens involving azithromycin or moxifloxacin may be necessary due to increasing antibiotic resistance.

It is vital to treat sexual partners as well to prevent reinfection and further spread.

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