Urethritis and urethral syndrome

Definition

A condition of the urethra, caused by non-infectious factors such as trauma, allergies, anatomical malformations, or scarring and adhesions following a medical intervention. This condition is characterised by inflammation of the urethra, chronic recurrent urinary tract infections without bacterial growth, and pyuria.

Exclusions

• urethrotrigonitis
• urethritis in diseases with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
• Reiter disease

Subcategories (2)