(N34.2) Other urethritis

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132 002 in individuals diagnosis other urethritis confirmed
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4 978 deaths with diagnosis other urethritis
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4% mortality rate associated with the disease other urethritis

Diagnosis other urethritis is diagnosed Men are 7.25% more likely than Women

70 784

Men receive the diagnosis other urethritis

2 251 (3.2 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis other urethritis

2 727 (4.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease other urethritis - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 80-84

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features other urethritis

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Other urethritis - what does this mean

Other urethritis is a type of urethritis caused by a variety of other organisms, such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites. it is typically caused by an infection that spreads from other parts of the body, such as the bladder, rectum, or vagina. symptoms include pain and burning during urination, discharge from the urethra, and itching and swelling around the opening of the urethra. treatment typically involves antibiotics or antifungal medications.

What happens during the disease - other urethritis

Other urethritis is a type of urethritis caused by a variety of factors, including bacterial, viral, chemical, and physical agents. the infection can be caused by a variety of bacteria, such as chlamydia trachomatis, neisseria gonorrhoeae, and mycoplasma genitalium, as well as viruses, such as herpes simplex virus, human papillomavirus, and adenovirus. additionally, chemical irritation or physical trauma to the urethra can also cause other urethritis. the infection can cause inflammation, swelling, and pain in the urethra, leading to difficulty and pain while urinating.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination of the affected area
  • Urine analysis
  • Urethral swab
  • Urethral smear
  • Urethral cultures
  • Blood tests
  • Imaging studies
  • Endoscopy
  • Genital herpes testing
  • Chlamydia testing
  • Gonorrhea testing

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: Treating Other Urethritis
  • Identifying and treating the underlying cause
  • Antibiotic treatment
  • Pain relief medications
  • Regularly drinking plenty of fluids
  • Avoiding sexual intercourse until the infection is cured
  • Avoiding irritants such as soaps, perfumes, and douches
  • Wearing loose-fitting clothes and cotton underwear
  • Avoiding spicy foods
  • Using condoms during sexual intercourse
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13 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Other urethritis - Prevention

Other urethritis is best prevented by practicing safe sex, such as using condoms, avoiding contact with any bodily fluids, and limiting the number of sexual partners. other preventive measures include abstaining from sexual activity, avoiding douching, and drinking plenty of water to stay hydrated.