Nonspecific urethritis

Nonspecific urethritis (NGU), also called nongonococcal urethritis, is a common sexually transmitted disease: within days or weeks after intercourse a man develops mucopurulent or serous urethral discharge with dysuria. The discharge contains many pus cells but no gonococci on Gram stain or culture.

Common Symptoms

Urethral itching; dysuria; station doctor; abdominal discomfort; frequency; interrupted stream; abdominal pain; dysuria

Causes

At least two pathogens are involved: Chlamydia trachomatis and Ureaplasma urealyticum, with other microbes also found. Non-sexually transmitted causes include bacterial urethritis secondary to upper urinary tract infection.

Treatment

Antibiotics, treat partners

Prevention

Safe sex, treat partners, avoid reinfection.

Recommended Department

It is recommended to visit the nephrology department; before the visit you may first book an appointment and connect with experts through this platform.

Warm reminder: The above information is provided for health education reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek care at a regular hospital in time.