Burning Sensation When Urinating?

Overview of a Burning Sensation When Urinating

Ouch—a burning sensation when urinating is not pleasant. More importantly, a burning sensation when urinating is not normal and signals a problem “down there” for both men and women. A burning sensation when urinating could be a STD symptom, particularly gonorrhea. STD testing is necessary to determine the cause of a burning sensation upon urinating. Fortunately, a burning sensation when urinating is a curable condition, even when caused by serious STDs.

Possible Causes of a Burning Sensation When Urinating

Several STD can cause a burning sensation upon urinating. This symptom may also be accompanied with an unusual discharge, pain during sex or upon ejaculation, or frequent urination.  When a gonorrhea symptom, painful or swollen testicles may also be present.

• Sexually transmitted diseases
  • Gonorrhea
  • Chlamydia
  • Trichomoniasis

A burning sensation when urinating can be caused by other non-sexually transmitted conditions:

• Urinary tract infection (UTIs are more common in women but may occur in men)
• Vaginal yeast infection
• Kidney or bladder infection
• Kidney or bladder stones

Diagnosing a Burning Sensation When Urinating

STD testing should be administered immediately whenever you are experiencing a burning sensation when urinating. STDs, such as gonorrhea, can cause permanent damage if not diagnosed early. Chlamydia, trichomoniasis and gonorrhea testing is widely available at local labs. Home STD testing kits are also available for these three STDs. STD testing can provide a diagnosis is just a few short days.

If you are not at risk for STDs or your tests come back negative, a doctor can help diagnose your symptoms.

Treating a Burning Sensation When Urinating

If the burning sensation when urinating is caused by an STD, treatment will vary based on the diagnosis. For example, gonorrhea treatment requires a prescription of doxycycline, while chlamydia and trichomoniasis each need a different medication.

Other infections, such as a UTI or yeast infection, are also treated with antibiotics. Kidney or bladder stones require medical attention and a doctor will prescribe a treatment regimen according to the patient’s needs.