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[[File: | | name = Non-gonococcal urethritis | ||
| image = [[File:Gonococcal_urethritis_PHIL_4085_lores.jpg|alt=Micrograph of urethritis]] | |||
| caption = Micrograph of urethritis | |||
| field = [[Infectious disease]] | |||
| synonyms = NGU | |||
| symptoms = [[Urethral discharge]], [[dysuria]] | |||
| complications = [[Epididymitis]], [[prostatitis]], [[infertility]] | |||
| onset = | |||
| duration = | |||
| causes = [[Chlamydia trachomatis]], [[Mycoplasma genitalium]], [[Ureaplasma urealyticum]], others | |||
| risks = [[Unprotected sex]], multiple sexual partners | |||
| diagnosis = [[Urine test]], [[nucleic acid amplification test]] | |||
| differential = [[Gonococcal urethritis]], [[urinary tract infection]] | |||
| prevention = [[Condom]] use, regular [[screening]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antibiotics]] such as [[azithromycin]], [[doxycycline]] | |||
| medication = | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
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'''Non-gonococcal urethritis''' (NGU) is a condition characterized by inflammation of the urethra not caused by the bacterium ''Neisseria gonorrhoeae'', the agent responsible for gonorrhea. NGU is a common type of urethritis and is often classified as a sexually transmitted infection (STI). | '''Non-gonococcal urethritis''' (NGU) is a condition characterized by inflammation of the urethra not caused by the bacterium ''Neisseria gonorrhoeae'', the agent responsible for gonorrhea. NGU is a common type of urethritis and is often classified as a sexually transmitted infection (STI). | ||
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NGU occurs when the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body, becomes inflamed due to infection by bacteria other than ''Neisseria gonorrhoeae''. | NGU occurs when the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body, becomes inflamed due to infection by bacteria other than ''Neisseria gonorrhoeae''. | ||
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== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The most common causes of NGU include: | The most common causes of NGU include: | ||
* ''[[Chlamydia trachomatis|Chlamydia trachomatis]]'', the bacteria responsible for chlamydia | * ''[[Chlamydia trachomatis|Chlamydia trachomatis]]'', the bacteria responsible for chlamydia | ||
* ''[[Mycoplasma genitalium|Mycoplasma genitalium]]'', a less common cause | * ''[[Mycoplasma genitalium|Mycoplasma genitalium]]'', a less common cause | ||
* Ureaplasma species | * Ureaplasma species | ||
* Trichomonas vaginalis (in rare cases) | * Trichomonas vaginalis (in rare cases) | ||
Other causes can be non-infectious, such as irritation from products or physical trauma. | Other causes can be non-infectious, such as irritation from products or physical trauma. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
Symptoms of NGU may include: | Symptoms of NGU may include: | ||
* Pain or burning during urination | * Pain or burning during urination | ||
* Discharge from the penis or vagina | * Discharge from the penis or vagina | ||
* Itching or irritation at the urethra opening | * Itching or irritation at the urethra opening | ||
* Sometimes, the infection may be asymptomatic | * Sometimes, the infection may be asymptomatic | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of NGU involves: | Diagnosis of NGU involves: | ||
* A physical examination | * A physical examination | ||
* Analysis of discharge from the urethra | * Analysis of discharge from the urethra | ||
* Urine tests or urethral swabs to identify the causative organism | * Urine tests or urethral swabs to identify the causative organism | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment typically includes: | Treatment typically includes: | ||
* Antibiotics, tailored to the specific causative organism | * Antibiotics, tailored to the specific causative organism | ||
* Partners of infected individuals should also be treated to prevent reinfection | * Partners of infected individuals should also be treated to prevent reinfection | ||
== Prevention == | == Prevention == | ||
Prevention strategies include: | Prevention strategies include: | ||
* Safe sexual practices, including the use of condoms | * Safe sexual practices, including the use of condoms | ||
* Regular STI screening, particularly for sexually active individuals | * Regular STI screening, particularly for sexually active individuals | ||
[[Category:Infectious Diseases]] | [[Category:Infectious Diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Infections]] | [[Category:Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Infections]] | ||
[[Category:Urology]] | [[Category:Urology]] | ||
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| Non-gonococcal urethritis | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | NGU |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Urethral discharge, dysuria |
| Complications | Epididymitis, prostatitis, infertility |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Chlamydia trachomatis, Mycoplasma genitalium, Ureaplasma urealyticum, others |
| Risks | Unprotected sex, multiple sexual partners |
| Diagnosis | Urine test, nucleic acid amplification test |
| Differential diagnosis | Gonococcal urethritis, urinary tract infection |
| Prevention | Condom use, regular screening |
| Treatment | Antibiotics such as azithromycin, doxycycline |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Non-gonococcal urethritis (NGU) is a condition characterized by inflammation of the urethra not caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae, the agent responsible for gonorrhea. NGU is a common type of urethritis and is often classified as a sexually transmitted infection (STI).
Introduction[edit]
NGU occurs when the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body, becomes inflamed due to infection by bacteria other than Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
Causes[edit]
The most common causes of NGU include:
- Chlamydia trachomatis, the bacteria responsible for chlamydia
- Mycoplasma genitalium, a less common cause
- Ureaplasma species
- Trichomonas vaginalis (in rare cases)
Other causes can be non-infectious, such as irritation from products or physical trauma.
Symptoms[edit]
Symptoms of NGU may include:
- Pain or burning during urination
- Discharge from the penis or vagina
- Itching or irritation at the urethra opening
- Sometimes, the infection may be asymptomatic
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of NGU involves:
- A physical examination
- Analysis of discharge from the urethra
- Urine tests or urethral swabs to identify the causative organism
Treatment[edit]
Treatment typically includes:
- Antibiotics, tailored to the specific causative organism
- Partners of infected individuals should also be treated to prevent reinfection
Prevention[edit]
Prevention strategies include:
- Safe sexual practices, including the use of condoms
- Regular STI screening, particularly for sexually active individuals
