Non-gonococcal urethritis
Non-gonococcal urethritis (NGU) is a medical condition that involves inflammation of the urethra that is not caused by gonorrhea. The term is pronounced as /ˌnɒnˌɡɒnəˈkɒkəl jʊərɪˈθraɪtɪs/. The etymology of the term comes from the Greek words "oureon" meaning urine, and "itis" meaning inflammation, with the prefix "non-gonococcal" indicating that the inflammation is not caused by the gonococcus bacteria.
Causes
NGU is most commonly caused by Chlamydia trachomatis, a sexually transmitted bacterium. Other causes can include Ureaplasma urealyticum, Mycoplasma genitalium, or Trichomonas vaginalis. It can also be caused by damage to the urethra from chemicals in personal care products or physical injury.
Symptoms
Symptoms of NGU can include a burning sensation during urination, discharge from the penis, itching or irritation inside the penis, and/or pain or swelling in the testicles.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of NGU is typically made through a physical examination and laboratory testing of a urine sample or a swab taken from the urethra.
Treatment
Treatment for NGU usually involves antibiotics to clear the infection. It is also recommended that sexual partners be tested and treated to prevent reinfection.
Prevention
Prevention of NGU involves practicing safe sex, including the use of condoms, and regular testing for sexually transmitted infections.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Non-gonococcal urethritis
- Wikipedia's article - Non-gonococcal urethritis
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