What are the symptoms of non-gonococcal urethritis in males?
Nov 08, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Cao Zhiqiang
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, the main symptoms of non-gonococcal urethritis in males include urethral discomfort, abnormal urethral discharge, redness and swelling of the urethral opening, abnormal urination, and scrotal pain. Under the stimulation of inflammation, patients often experience urethral discomfort, which may include symptoms such as itching, burning sensation, and stabbing pain. In daily life, it is recommended to maintain a light diet and consume an appropriate amount of foods rich in vitamins.
Generally, the symptoms of male non-gonococcal urethritis mainly include urethral discomfort, abnormal urethral discharge, redness and swelling of the urethral orifice, abnormal urination, and scrotal pain. The analysis is as follows:
1. Urethral discomfort: Under the stimulation of inflammation, patients often experience discomfort in the urethra, which may manifest as itching, burning sensation, or pain.
2. Abnormal urethral discharge: The urethral discharge may be small in quantity, thin, and cloudy, sometimes appearing mucoid or mucopurulent.
3. Redness and swelling of the urethral orifice: The urethral opening may become red and swollen, often accompanied by pain. In the morning, prior to the first urination, there may be crusting around the urethral opening.
4. Abnormal urination: Patients may experience symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and painful urination. These symptoms result from excessive contraction of the urethral sphincter muscles due to inflammatory irritation.
5. Scrotal pain: If non-gonococcal urethritis is not treated promptly, it may lead to complications such as epididymitis, prostatitis, and seminal vesiculitis, resulting in corresponding symptoms like scrotal pain, pain during ejaculation, and hematospermia. It is recommended that patients seek timely medical treatment as directed by a physician.
If male non-gonococcal urethritis occurs, it is necessary to promptly follow medical advice to use medications such as doxycycline hyclate enteric-coated capsules and levofloxacin tablets. In daily life, patients are advised to maintain a light diet and consume foods rich in vitamins, such as oranges, grapefruits, and tomatoes, which may help promote recovery.
