Question 1

what can i do for urethritis?

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Dx and Rx: Find out what kind you have with a urine test or urethral swab, and then get treated. It could be gonorrhea or chlamydia.

Question 2

how long does urethritis last?

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Urethritis: Asymptomatic urethritis can last for a long time, always see a doctor if you are suspect a urinary tract infection and be tested and treated.

Question 3

what causes urethritis to occur?

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Inflammation: Brought about by infection such as a urinary tract infection or by an STI like chlamydia and gonorrhea. A person with urethritis should be seen asap.

Question 4

is there medicine for urethritis?

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Yes: The choice of medicine depends on the cause.  Ceftriaxone is used to treat gonorrhea.  Azithromycin or Doxycycline are used to treat chlamydia and some other causes of urethritis.

Question 5

what are the symptoms of urethritis?

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Urinary symptoms: Urethral discharge, burning on urination, frequent urination, and a feeling of urinary "urgency.".

Question 6

how long does urethritis take to heal?

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Depends on treatment: When you have urethritis, you don't want to wait for "healing": you want to cure it quickly with the right antibiotics.  They work very fast.

Question 7

does urethritis ever completely go away?

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Yes: It does if it is treated appropriately

Question 8

i am kind of having urethritis or whatever it is?

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UTI: If you experience burning with urination or pain get seen promptly. Do not wait. Good luck.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: urethritis?

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Thanks for asking!: Inflammation or infection of the urethra, typically noticed based on pain within the penis during urination.

Question 10

boyfriend diagnosed with urethritis 3 days ago, what to do?

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STD, need exam &amp; Rx: There are three main kinds of urethritis in men:  gonorrhea, chlamydia, and nongonococcal urethritis. All of these are sexually transmitted. Therefore, you have been exposed to one of these STDs. Depending on your own sexual exposure, might be the source of his infection. The important thing is that you also need antibiotic treatment. See your doctor ASAP for testing and treatment. Good luck!

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