Causes of Burning and Stinging Pain in the Male Urethra
Disease description:
Recently, I don't know why, but I always feel uncomfortable in my genital area when using the toilet, and there is a dull pain during urination, which makes me feel quite uncomfortable. Doctor, what are the causes of burning and stabbing pain in the male urethra?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Cao Zhiqiang
Common causes of burning and stabbing pain in the male urethra:
1. Urinary tract infections: Including cystitis and pyelonephritis, these are caused by bacterial infections. Common symptoms include frequent urination, urgency, painful urination, and a burning sensation in the urethra. Patients may also experience hematuria (blood in the urine), lower abdominal pain, and fever.
2. Urethritis: Urethral inflammation can be caused by various factors, including sexually transmitted infections such as gonorrhea, non-gonococcal urethritis, allergic reactions, or chemical irritation. These factors can damage the urethral mucosa and cause a burning, painful sensation.
3. Prostate problems: Prostatitis or benign prostatic hyperplasia (prostate enlargement) may also lead to urethral discomfort, manifesting as difficulty urinating, reduced urinary stream, a feeling of incomplete bladder emptying, and pain in the perineal or rectal area.
4. Urethral stones: When stones are present in the urethra, their movement or irritation can injure the urethral mucosa, causing a burning, stabbing sensation. In addition, stones may obstruct the normal flow of urine, worsening symptoms.
5. Dietary irritation: Consuming excessive amounts of spicy foods, such as chili peppers and coffee, or prolonged urine retention leading to concentrated urine, can irritate the urethral mucosa and cause a burning, stabbing sensation.
