What causes itching in the urethra?

Itching in the urethra is usually caused by urethritis or unhygienic sexual contact. Urethral itching is a typical symptom of urethral inflammation. If you have recently engaged in unprotected sexual activity, consider whether it might be a non-gonococcal urethritis caused by mycoplasma or chlamydia. Therefore, urinalysis and culture of urethral secretions should be performed to identify the specific pathogen and its antibiotic sensitivity. Treatment generally includes medications such as azithromycin tablets or levofloxacin tablets.