dysuria

Burning bladder relief

Dysuria is painful or difficult urination, typically a burning sensation when passing urine.

The symptom commonly indicates a urinary tract infection but can signal other conditions affecting the bladder or urethra.

Medical professionals use the term in clinical settings: The patient presented with dysuria and increased urinary frequency.

causes

urinary tract infection

Bacterial bladder invasion

kidney stones · gonorrhea · chlamydia · trichomoniasis · vaginitis · bladder stones · chemical irritation

sensation

burning

Combustion in progress

aching · throbbing · soreness · irritation · rawness · tenderness · sensitivity · pressure · cramping · spasms

symptoms

frequency

Rate of recurrence

fever · chills · malaise

treatment

antibiotics

Bacteria-destroying medicines

cranberry · catheterization · anti-inflammatories · warm compress · sitz bath

diagnosis

urinalysis

Laboratory examination of urine

microscopy · pelvic exam · imaging

Opposites
urinary comfort/function

dysuriaanuria

Zero renal output

polyuria

Family

urine, urinate, diuretic, urologist, uremia, enuresis, hematuria, anuria, diuresis

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