Bacterial urethritis

The inflammatory process in the urethra, bacterial urethritis, occurs after the penetration of a number of microorganisms into the urethra. The disease is accompanied by pain in the lower abdomen, pain and burning during urination, frequent urges. It is important to start the treatment process in a timely manner, otherwise complications are likely to develop.

Features

Bacterial urethritis in women is a common disease. It occurs when harmful microorganisms enter the genitourinary system. Depending on the type of pathogen, the disease is divided into two groups:

• Specific. Pathology develops when the whole organism is infected;
• Nonspecific. The development of the disease leads to the entry into the genitourinary system of microorganisms such as streptococci, Escherichia coli and others. The mucous membrane of urethritis becomes inflamed directly. Bacterial nonspecific urethritis has a negative effect on the general condition of a person.

If we talk about the female body, then the disease often occurs after menopause. This is explained by the fact that atrophy of the urethral mucosa occurs in the body. This phenomenon is caused by a decrease in the amount of estrogen. This disease worries not only women, but also men. Its treatment is complex and lengthy, so it is important to identify and take appropriate measures to eliminate it in a timely manner. As a result, it will be possible to get rid of the infection and restore the normal functioning of the body.

Source of problem

There are a lot of reasons for the development of the disease. All of them boil down to the fact that harmful microorganisms penetrate the genitourinary system. This happens in different ways. The most common is associated with unprotected sex. Thus, you can quickly and easily become infected with the disease. And often it indicates many sexually transmitted diseases.

Bacterial specific urethritis can be primary and secondary. The first case is characterized by the appearance of harmful microorganisms directly in the genitourinary system itself. If he got into it from another organ, then the pathology will be secondary. This happens through lymphogens and hematogens.

Quite often, the source of the problem is:

• Chronic ailments;
• Allergies to various foods, drugs, etc.;
• Injuries of the genitals, urethra;
• Stone formation in the kidneys, ureter, or bladder. This causes the urine to stagnate;
• It mostly narrows.

Bacterial urethritis in women and men also develops with malnutrition. Especially dangerous is the use of salty and fatty foods. Alcohol, excessive physical activity and stress also have a negative effect. If a man suffers from prostatitis and does not deal with the problem, then there is a high probability of developing bacterial urethritis.

Features

It is not easy to determine the development of the disease. Since at first it has a latent form and does not appear at all. Therefore, the patient may not suspect that there are harmful bacteria in the body. It is difficult to say unequivocally what incubation period is. Since it is different for all microorganisms. As a result, the symptoms of the disease appear in some cases a couple of days after the inflammation began, and in others not earlier than a month.

The main signs of the disease include:

• Pain in the lower abdomen and when passing urine;
• Unpleasant sensations during sex;
• The appearance of an unpleasant odor from the genitals;
• Itching and burning.

As practice shows, it is more difficult for women to determine the beginning of the inflammatory process in the urethra. This is explained by the structural features of their genital organs. As a result, the disease is less painful than the representatives of the stronger sex. The male urethra is much longer. When it is inflamed, they complain of severe pain and other discomfort. The urethra is redder and swollen, which makes the patient uncomfortable.

This disease is dangerous for humans. Therefore, at the first sign of it, it is important to start treatment. Otherwise, it will become chronic. It is also not excluded that infection of other organs will occur. This will greatly aggravate the situation and the patient's condition. In this case, the treatment will require more time and effort.

Diagnosis

It is quite difficult to diagnose the disease on your own. Even the appearance of symptoms characteristic of him is not a hundred percent guarantee that the patient has bacterial urethritis. Only a doctor can help determine their cause. After the examination, he will prescribe the necessary treatment, which will be as effective as possible.

To determine the cause of the ailment, it is necessary to undergo a series of studies. First you need to pass a general analysis of blood and urine. After that, a swab is taken and a bacterial culture of the urethra is performed.The final procedure is ureteroscopy, which allows you to determine the condition of the walls of the urethra.

As additional measures, an ultrasound examination of organs that are of concern may be prescribed. It is important to properly prepare for them. Only in this case the results will be as accurate as possible. The attending physician recommends refraining from sexual intercourse and taking antibiotics a day before the procedure.

Treatment

It is important to treat the disease from the first days of its manifestation. It's not worth waiting for things to go away. This is a serious mistake that many patients make. As a result, they only worsen their condition.

The main task of treatment is to eliminate the infection and restore the normal microflora of the body. For these purposes, drugs that have an antibacterial effect are well suited. They will relieve the unpleasant symptoms of the disease and eliminate harmful bacteria.

The use of ointments and creams is also quite effective. They help to improve the condition of tissues, organs that have been damaged by infection. Men are prescribed additional medications. They help relieve swelling and remove redness that has formed around the organ.

When using antibiotics, it is necessary to ensure proper and nutritious nutrition. Since the body is weakened and requires vitamins and nutrients for normal operation. At the same time, it is worth limiting the consumption of sweet, salty and fatty foods. In addition, it is not recommended to have a sexual life. For the period of treatment, it is necessary to exclude contacts with the opposite sex. Otherwise, both partners will need treatment. This will eliminate the possibility of relapse.

Prevention

You can protect yourself from illness. To do this, it is enough to monitor your health and treat the diseases that have arisen in a timely manner. This is especially true of the genitourinary system and kidneys.

You need to watch your diet and lifestyle. They must be correct and without bad habits. In addition, it is important to protect yourself during sexual intercourse. Especially in the absence of a permanent partner. Experts recommend periodically taking tests for sexually transmitted diseases.