Non-Specific Urethritis (NSU)

Non-specific Urethritis (NSU) is an inflammation of the urethra, which occurs only in men. If left untreated it may cause infertility.

How do I get it?

• Sexual contact with an infected person including vaginal and anal sex and skin-to-skin contact

Symptoms

• May have no symptoms
• Burning or discomfort passing urine
• Redness or swelling at the opening at the tip of the penis
• If not treated the infection can spread to the testicles and prostate gland causing pain or swelling
• If left untreated may affect male fertility

Diagnosis

• Swab of penis
• Urine test
• Please note that patients must avoid emptying their bladder for 90 minutes prior to appointment

Treatment

• Antibiotics

Follow Up

• Full screening for other sexually transmitted infections
• Screening for partners

Contact

• Cathal Brugha Street Clinic, D 1
• Tallaght Clinic, Tallaght Shopping Centre, D 24