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Urination - painful
Alternative Names: Dysuria; Painful urination Home Care: Follow prescribed therapy. Call your health care provider if: You experience painful urination that lasts for more than 1 day You are pregnant and are having any painful urination There is drainage or a discharge from your penis or vagina You notice blood in your urine What to expect at your health care provider's office: Text Continues Below Your health care provider will obtain your medical history and will perform a physical examination. Medical history questions documenting painful urination may include the following: When did the painful urination begin? Does the pain occur only during urination? Does the pain stop after urination? Is the pain in the urethra? Is there back pain? What other symptoms are also present? Have you had a fever higher than 100 degrees F? Is there drainage or discharge between urinations? Is there an abnormal urine odor? Are there any changes in the volume or frequency of urination? Do you have the urge to urinate? Did you notice blood in the urine? Are there any rashes or itching in the genital area? What medications are you taking? Are you pregnant or could you be pregnant? Has there been a previous bladder infection? Do you have any allergies to any medications? Have you had sexual intercourse with someone who has, or may have, gonorrhea or chlamydia? Has there been a recent change in your brand of soap, detergent, or fabric softener? Have you had surgery or radiation to your urinary or sexual organs? Page:  1 | 2 | Next >>