Urethritis in men is considered a very common problem, which is often found in modern practice. Similar diseases are accompanied by inflammation of the mucous membrane of the urethra. So what is the cause of the disease and why is it dangerous?
Urethritis in men: causes of disease
In fact, the cause of the development of inflammation in almost every individual case is an infection of different origin. It can be both bacteria and viruses, and even fungal microorganisms. Depending on the nature of the pathogen, urethritis in men is usually divided into two main groups:
- Specific urethritis occurs as a result of a venereal infection entering the urinary tract. In this case, chlamydia, gonococcus, gardnerella, trichomonas, ureaplasma can act as a pathogen.
- Nonspecific urethritis in men is the result of penetration into the reproductive system of streptococci or staphylococcal infection, E. coli, fungi, etc.
But even human infection does not necessarily lead to the appearance of a focus of inflammation. Indeed, in this case, the work of the immune system is extremely important. Therefore, in most situations, the disease manifests itself against the background of a decrease in the body's defense, which occurs when:
- the presence of urolithiasis;
- severe hypothermia;
- constant stress and nervous strain;
- vitamin deficiencies, malnutrition, alcohol abuse;
- heavy physical exertion.
Urethritis in men: photos and main symptoms
In some cases, such a disease is asymptomatic, which greatly complicates the diagnostic process. Nevertheless, in most situations, urethritis in men is accompanied by very characteristic signs:
- Most often, patients complain of severe pain and burning, localized in the head of the penis, and the sensations are significantly amplified during urination.
- Often with urethritis, you can notice irritation, redness, and sometimes swelling of the head and foreskin.
- As the disease develops, mucous and then purulent discharge from the urethra can be noticed.
In any case, with such problems you need to seek medical help as soon as possible. Indeed, in the absence of the necessary treatment, the infection spreads to almost all parts of the genitourinary system. Often, urethritis in men leads to complications such as inflammation of the bladder, orchitis, stricture. In some cases, even prostatitis is observed.
Urethritis in men: treatment, drugs
Of course, to begin with, it is necessary to conduct a complete diagnosis, including bacteriological culture of material taken from the urethra. This will make it possible not only to determine the presence of infection, but also to determine the nature of the pathogen and to choose the best medicine. As a rule, antibiotics are used to treat urethritis . Along with this, vitamins, immunomodulating agents, as well as drugs that help restore the normal structure of the mucous membrane of the urethra, are prescribed to the patient. And since in most cases the infection is transmitted during sexual intercourse, it is best to treat both partners at once to avoid reinfection.