Dysuria: Prevention and Complications

Prevention Tips

Some preventive measures to eliminate episodes of painful urination include:

• steer clear of scented laundry detergents and toiletries to reduce your risk of irritation
• use condoms during sexual activity to keep yourself safe from sexually transmitted infections
• modify your diet to eliminate food and drinks that irritate the bladder

Watch Out

• Foul smelling urine
• Pus or blood in the urine

When to See Doctor

Consult a doctor if the symptoms last for 2 days, especially if your pain is associated with other symptoms like

• foul smelling urine
• pus or blood in the urine
• nausea and vomiting
• fever and chills
• pain in lower back and frequent chills