What should I do if I experience a burning sensation in the urethra while urinating?
Disease description:
I have been experiencing a burning sensation in my urethra while urinating recently. Doctor, I would like to ask what should I do about a burning sensation in the urethra during urination?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Cao Zhiqiang
Methods to resolve urethral pain during urination include the following:
1. Maintain hydration: Drinking plenty of water helps dilute urine, reducing irritation to the urethra and assisting the body in eliminating bacteria.
2. Avoid irritants: Refrain from consuming spicy foods, coffee, alcohol, and other irritants, as they may worsen discomfort in the urethra.
3. Practice personal hygiene: Keep the genital area clean and dry, use mild, fragrance-free cleansers, and avoid personal care products that may cause allergic reactions.
4. Avoid sexual activity: If urethral pain is related to a sexually transmitted disease, sexual activity should be avoided temporarily until symptoms have completely resolved and treatment is completed.
5. Medication treatment: For urethritis or cystitis caused by bacterial infection, antibiotics such as amoxicillin capsules or cefixime tablets may be used. For urethral stones smaller than 0.6 cm with no urinary tract obstruction, medical expulsion therapy may be adopted, such as using acetylcysteine. For benign prostatic hyperplasia or chronic prostatitis, appropriate medications should be selected based on individual conditions.
