IS PAIN ON THE PENIS OR VAGINA A SERIOUS CONDITION?
Any pain on the penis or vagina is a cause for concern. you must act immediately. What causes penile or vaginal pain? What must I do? Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can affect different parts of your urinary tract, including your bladder (cystitis), urethra (urethritis) or kidneys (kidney infection). Most UTIs can be easily treated.
Symptoms of a UTI
Needing to pee suddenly or more often than usual
Pain or a burning sensation when peeing
Smelly or cloudy pee
Blood in your pee
Pain in your lower tummy
Feeling tired and unwell
In older people, changes in behaviour such as severe confusion or agitation
Symptoms of STI
Unusual discharge from the vagina, penis or anus
Pain when peeing
Lumps or skin growths around the genitals or anus
A rash
Unusual vaginal bleeding
Itchy genitals or anus
Blisters and sores around the genitals or anus
Causes of UTIs
Pregnancy
Conditions that block the urinary tract – such as kidney stones
Conditions that make it difficult to fully empty the bladder – such as an enlarged prostate gland in men and constipation in children
Urinary catheters (a tube in your bladder used to drain urine)
having a weakened immune system – for example, from type 2 diabetes, chemotherapy or HIV
You cannot always prevent UTIs
Causes of STI
Chlamydia
Gonorrhoea
Trichomoniasis
Genital warts
Genital herpes
Pubic lice
Scabies
Syphilis
What can I do at home?
Test urine to confirm UTI or STI. Order the following tests online for home use:
- AZO Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Test Strips | Accurate Results in 2 Minutes | Clinically Tested | Easy to Read Results | Clean Grip Handle | #1 Most Trusted Brand | 3 Self-Testing Strips
- Rite Aid Feminine Care Screening Kit for Vaginal Infection
- LetsGetChecked - Basic 3 STD Home Test
- STD at Home Test for Men Hepatitis C (Hep C) by myLAB box
What treatment can I order online?
Paracetamol (acetaminophen)
Paracetamol is classified as a mild analgesic. Paracetamol is generally safe at recommended doses. Paracetamol is used to treat headaches and most non-nerve pains. Two 500mg tablets of paracetamol up to 4 times a day is a safe dose for adults (never take more than 8 tablets in a 24-hour period). Overdosing on paracetamol can cause serious side effects, so do not be tempted to increase the dose if your pain is severe. If the pain lasts for more than 3 days, see your Doctor/Physician.
Click here to view and order paracetamol products
Take an antacid urinary antiseptic. Click here to view one.
De La Cruz Pure Sodium Bicarbonate, USP Grade, Antacid Powder
Take a D-mannose UTI remedy.
What can I do to prevent UTI
- Wipe from front to back when you go to the toilet
- Try to fully empty your bladder when you pee
- Drink plenty of fluids
- Take showers instead of baths
- Wear loose cotton underwear
- Pee as soon as possible after sex
- Change your baby's or toddler's nappies regularly
What can I do to prevent STI?
Use condoms - prevention is better than cure
Consult your doctor if you have symptoms of STI or you have confirmed STI with your home test.
Published by an experienced medical doctor.
Dr BA Mabaso, MB ChB, MPhil, MBA, DHSM
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