NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

Detailed explanation-1: -Urethritis is inflammation of the urethra, the tube that carries pee from the bladder out of the body. It’s usually caused by an infection. The term non-gonococcal urethritis (NGU) is used when the condition is not caused by the sexually transmitted infection gonorrhoea.

Detailed explanation-2: -Both bacteria and viruses may cause urethritis. Some of the bacteria that cause this condition include E coli, chlamydia, and gonorrhea. These bacteria also cause urinary tract infections (UTIs) and some sexually transmitted diseases. Viral causes are herpes simplex virus and cytomegalovirus.

Detailed explanation-3: -These infections can be painful on their own. While they can be treated with more intensive rounds of antibiotics, they can cause damage to the organs if left untreated for too long. These untreated infections can also spread to the blood and result in sepsis, which can be deadly.

Detailed explanation-4: -Non-gonococcal urethritis (NGU) is usually treated with a short course of antibiotics to kill the bacteria that caused the infection. The healthcare professionals at the sexual health clinic (also known as a GUM clinic) will arrange your treatment.