What should women do if they have urethritis?

When women suffer from urethritis, they need to take effective treatment according to the specific condition, including drug treatment, lifestyle adjustment and preventive measures. The most important thing is to seek medical attention in time to identify the cause of infection and avoid worsening of the disease or recurrence.

1. Drug treatment

One of the most common causes of urethritis is bacterial infection, especially Escherichia coli or Staphylococcus aureus. For bacterial infections, doctors usually need to prescribe antibiotics based on the results of urine tests. Commonly used antibiotics include: ① Levofloxacin hydrochloride, used for the initial treatment of sensitive bacterial infections; ② Cephalosporin antibiotics such as cefixime, which are effective for urinary tract infections caused by many bacteria; ③ Sulfonamides such as sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim combination drugs can assist in treatment and reduce recurrence. If the urethritis is caused by fungi or viruses, antifungal or antiviral drugs must be used as prescribed by the doctor.

2. Adjust your lifestyle

During the recovery process, good living habits are essential. ① Drink more water every day, increase the frequency of urination, and help the urethra "flush" the bacteria; ② Avoid irritating foods, such as spicy foods, strong tea, coffee or alcohol, which will aggravate local inflammation; ③ Keep the vulva clean and dry, and choose loose and breathable cotton materials for underwear. Especially during menstruation or after sexual intercourse, pay more attention to good hygiene habits.

3. Prevention and treatment of complications and recurrence

If urethritis is not treated, it may spread upwards and cause complications such as cystitis and pyelonephritis, and may recur frequently. Urine should be checked regularly to observe the disappearance of the infection. During the recovery period, vitamin C can be supplemented appropriately to help enhance resistance. Probiotics can also be used to promote the balance of vaginal and urethral flora and reduce the chance of recurrence.

Urethritis often comes on quickly, but most cases can be quickly cured with scientific treatment and maintenance. Female friends should pay attention to prevention and the development of healthy living habits; if symptoms of urethritis are found, timely hospital examination and treatment can avoid more complicated problems.