Urethritis
Urethritis refers to irritation or inflammation
of the urethra. The urethra is the tube that empties urine from the bladder.
In men the urethra extends the full length of the penis. In women the urethra
is much shorter, about 1 and 1/2 inches long, and the opening is just above
the vagina. Because the opening of the urethra is so just above the vagina
and not far from the anus, bacteria can easily enter it from these areas.
Private MD Lab Services offers
a single test to help diagnose urethritis:
