Acute Medicine | Micturition 04 knowledge A

Causes of Dysuria
Session Overview
Description
This session covers the common causes of dysuria in women and men.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session you will be able to:

• List the most common causes of dysuria in women and men

Dysuria is a common symptom affecting up to one-quarter of adult women each year. It describes a burning or stinging sensation on urination. It is most commonly caused by a lower urinary tract infection (UTI), but other conditions should be considered, especially in men.