Causes of Urethritis

Underlying condition causes of Urethritis: The list of possible underlying conditions (see also Misdiagnosis of underlying causes of Urethritis) mentioned in various sources as possible causes of Urethritis includes:

Non-specific urethritis
Urethral syndrome
Female urethral syndrome
Sexually transmitted diseases
- Gonorrhea
- Chlamydia
- Trichomonas
- Non-Gonococcal urethritis (NGU)
- Mycoplasma hominis
- Mycoplasma genitalium
- Group D streptoccus
- Candida albicans - rarely causing urethritis.
Physical irritation of the urethra
- Mechanical urethritis - trauma or damage to the urethra from physical injury (e.g. cycling, horse riding, etc.)
- Urethral trauma from sexual intercourse
- Insufficient lubration for sexual intercourse
- Diaphragm contraception
- Misplaced tampon
- Overly tight pants
- Horse riding
- Bicycle riding
- Masturbation - causing mechanical urethritis
Chemical irritation of the urethra
- Certain soaps
- Bath salts
- Talcum powder
- Feminine hygiene products
- Spicy meal
Reiter's syndrome

Urethritis as a complication: Other conditions that might have Urethritis as a complication might be potential underlying causes of Urethritis. The list of conditions listing Urethritis as a complication in our database includes:

Urethritis as a symptom: Conditions listing Urethritis as a symptom may also be potential underlying causes of Urethritis. The list of conditions listing Urethritis as a symptom in our database includes:

Related information for causes of Urethritis: Further relevant information on causes of Urethritis may be found in the risk factors for Urethritis and underlying causes of Urethritis.
Last revision: July 10, 2004

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