Pain during urination

The most important thing to know about pain during urination is that such a symptom is a sign of a disorder in the body. Disorders can be of different nature, depend on gender, but in any case require a doctor's consultation. After all, timely assistance will help prevent possible complications and quickly alleviate the condition.

Causes of pain during urination

The most common and common cause of pain is the inflammatory process. Inflammation can be localized in any part of the genitourinary tract of men and women and often occurs with weakened immunity. Constant stressful situations, hypothermia, overwork and insufficient nutrition also cause the growth of pathogenic or opportunistic microflora. Pathogens contributing to the development of inflammation include streptococci, staphylococci, Escherichia coli, chlamydia and many others.

Separately, it is worth noting unsatisfactory hygiene as a reason for the development of infectious and inflammatory processes in the genitourinary system of the body. Non-observance of hygiene rules contributes to the growth of pathogenic bacteria and their upward penetration into the urogenital tract. This applies more to women and girls, which is related to the proximity of the anus, vagina and urethra. Therefore, it is important to teach girls to wash properly (front to back) from preschool age.

The causes of painful urination are related to the genitourinary system

Independent of gender and frequently occurring diseases in which pain is noted are:

1. Urolithiasis is a disease in which stones appear in one of the departments of the genitourinary system. Pain during urination is not the only symptom of this disease. Pain in the lower abdomen, colic in the side and back, which radiates to the genital area, increased body temperature, cloudy urine are also often observed. Stones in the bladder can cause accelerated urination or, conversely, blockage of the urethra.
2. Urethritis or inflammation of the urethra is characterized by pain, cuts during urination and requires urgent treatment. Timely treatment helps prevent the spread of infection in the ascending tract. The development of chronic urethritis can lead to infection of other genital organs.
3. Cystitis is acute or chronic inflammation in the bladder. It occurs when disease-causing organisms spread through the urethra. Symptoms of cystitis are similar to urethritis, but pain in the lower abdomen and frequent urges to urinate are also observed.
4. Venereal diseases - gonorrhea, trichomoniasis, ureaplasmosis, genitourinary chlamydia, etc. They are sexually transmitted and require an urgent visit to a venereologist (urologist, gynecologist in case of a complicated course of the disease). These diseases are characterized by the presence of pathological secretions from the genitals, pain, itching and need to be treated as soon as possible.

The causes of painful urination are related to other body systems

• Tumors - benign and malignant, in the organs of the urinary system or adjacent organs. Pain occurs due to mechanical compression of the ureter, bladder. Alleviation of the condition in the case depends on the method of treatment of the tumor.
• Gout is a rheumatological disease in which uric acid salts are deposited in the joints. The kidneys and urinary system are often affected. This is observed as pain and burning when urinating.
• Complications after diseases not related to the urinary system. These include sinusitis, all types of sore throat, flu, intestinal diseases, pathological changes in teeth and other inflammatory diseases of organs and systems.

Causes of painful urination in women

Some diseases characteristic of women cause pain during urination. They include:

Inflammation in the genitals - vaginitis, colpitis, cervicitis. In addition to abnormal discharge from the vagina, itching, burning of the mucous membrane, there are also pains, cuts during urination, and frequent urges. Any of these symptoms require a visit to a gynecologist. Experienced gynecologists will prescribe optimal treatment and advise on all issues of contraception, including individual selection of contraceptives.

Candidiasis is observed with increased growth of fungi of the genus Candida. The main symptom is discharge and itching in the vagina and on the external genitalia, but it is often accompanied by pain and cuts during urination. Men also have thrush, but most often it is asymptomatic.

Causes of painful urination in men

There are few inflammatory diseases and pathological conditions characteristic only for men:

• Prostatitis is a common inflammation of the prostate gland among men. There are many factors that provoke prostatitis. Infections, a sedentary lifestyle and stress are called the main ones. Pain during urination in men suffering from prostatitis is an almost inseparable and painful symptom. It is accompanied by frequent urges, pains in the perineum and in the groin. Prostatitis is treated by an andrologist;
• Phimosis or narrowing of the foreskin of the penis. At the same time, the head opens with difficulty or does not open at all. If hygiene rules are not followed, bacteria multiply in the grease and inflammation occurs. This leads to pain during urination and erection;
• Balanoposthitis – inflammation of the glans penis and foreskin;
• Vesiculitis - inflammation of the seminal vesicles;
• Orchoepididymitis is inflammation of the testicles and epididymis.

Despite the fact that many diseases of the genitourinary system have similar symptoms, high-quality diagnostics allow for an accurate diagnosis. Any unpleasant sensations during urination can be eliminated after a visit to the doctor and the appointment of adequate treatment.