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How come every time i take advil (ibuprofen) i get a burning feeling in my urethra/bladder, worse when i pee. only lasts max 2hrs. happens only after advil (ibuprofen).

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Irriatation of the: mucosa of the bladder and urthra probably giving you burning sensation. Stay away from advil (ibuprofen).

Answered 6/10/2015

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