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Urethritis Flashcards

1
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What is urethritis?

A

Inflammation of the urethra - often due to infection

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How is urethritis categorised?

A

Gonococcal urethritis

Non-gonococcal urethritis

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What organism commonly causes non gonococcal urethritis?

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Chlamydia trachomatis

Trichomonas vaginalis

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What is the main risk factor for urethritis?

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Age <25
Men who have sex with men
Previous STI
Multiple sexual partners

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How does urethritis present?

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Dysuria
Penile irritation
Urethral discharge

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What are complications of urethritis?

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Epididymitis

Reactive arthritis

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What are the differentials for urethritis?

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Balanitis
Acute prostatitis
Cystitis (UTI)

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What investigations are done for urethritis?

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Urethral swabs - send for gram stain + microscopy
Urine dipstick + culture
STI screening

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What is the management of urethritis?

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Antibiotics - depending on the organism
Abstain from sexual activity
Notify the partner of any STIs / contact tracing
Give advice around safe sex

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