Painful urination in men

In younger men without catheters, painful urination is much more likely urethritis (chlamydia or gonorrhea) than a UTI. In older men it may be prostatitis or BPH. A provider can order urine NAAT and treat accordingly online.

Also called: male dysuria · burning pee men · urethritis in men · prostatitis symptoms

Medically reviewed by Dr. Ikechukwu Ogbu, MD
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Seek urgent care or the ER if you have:

  • Symptoms that are sudden, severe, or rapidly worsening
  • High fever (over 103°F / 39.4°C) that doesn't respond to treatment
  • Chest pain, trouble breathing, fainting, or confusion
  • Signs of dehydration — dizziness, dark urine, unable to keep fluids down
  • Symptoms in someone who is pregnant, immunocompromised, or over 65

What painful urination in men could be

The most common causes a clinician considers. This isn't a diagnosis — it's the differential a provider works through with you.

Chlamydia

Chlamydia is one of the more common causes of painful urination in men. Ondoc can evaluate it online.

Gonorrhea

Gonorrhea is one of the more common causes of painful urination in men. Ondoc can evaluate it online.

Urinary tract infection (UTI)

Urinary tract infection (UTI) is one of the more common causes of painful urination in men. Ondoc can evaluate it online.

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