Dysuria with no cause, have been to the doctor and she cant figure out what is wrong?

Question

Hi everyone, I have been having Dysuria (painful urination) for the past 3 weeks now. I first went to the ER and was diagnosed with a UTI and perscribed the anti-biotic Septra and Pyridium. But my physician said to stop the anti-biotics because UTIs are so uncommon in males. She said drink a lot of water because my urine is probably just ultra-concentrated (so its acid) and perscribed me more Pyridium. When I "go" It burns and im having a lot of urgency, its really bad without the Pyridium. I had a childhood history with blood in my urine and salt crystal things in my urine but this is the first time this pain has happened since, has anyone ever had something like this. Also, I was home for the holidays and my whole family said I was soo underweight. I'm 5'4" 96lbs, what do you think?

Thanks

Answer 1

First of all, did you actually see your physician in person? At that time, what sorts of tests did she run? There are foods you can look up that will make your urine less acidic, if that's really the problem.

Were you tested for chlamydia? That's a very common cause for dysuria in men.

Because of your past history, I would highly recommend seeing a urologist. Your primary care physician may not known enough to effectively treat you. I am a female with chronic dysuria; I had pain for years until I finally got smart and saw a urologist.

It's hard to comment on your weight because I don't know how old you are, how active you are, or how well you eat.

Answer 2

Awww...Gemma. I'm the tampon expert girl, remember? Even though urinary incontinence affects over 13 million americans, it isn't normal. Women have it much more than men. 85% of all affected by incontinence are women. I feel so bad for you and here are some steps to follow to deal with urinary incontinence, Did you know that there are such things as adult briefs aka adult diapers? If you find a thin one, you could wear it underneath your pants and after you laugh or have fun say that you need to go to the washroom...which is true. But before you get them, see a doctor so that they can find the medical cause of your disorder, okay? Its for the best. Medications, an acute illness, a urinary tract infection, or endocrine problems can all cause incontinence. It could also be the symptom of an underlying disease, and that's why you need a physician to do the detective work to find out what's really going on. There also might be a weakening of the muscles supporting the urinary tract. There are three different types of incontinence: 1. Stress incontinence. The muscles of the pelvic floor, which have been dutifully supporting the bladder for all these years, become weakened—mostly due to the wear and tear of childbirth and menopause's hormonal changes. The bladder slips down without the muscle support and now the abdominal muscles can squeeze the bladder. So whenever you coughs, lifts something, strains, or sneezes, those abs put enough stress on the bladder to leak out urine. 2.Overflow incontinence. Urine in the bladder builds up to a point where the muscle that controls the flow (urinary sphincter) can't hold it. Urine leaks out throughout the day. Men who have enlarged prostrates are especially vulnerable because the prostrate blocks the normal flow of urine causing it to hold up in the bladder until it overflows. Usually, there's no bladder sensation involved. 3. Urge incontinence. You will feel an urgent need to urinate and just not be able to hold it. There's hardly any time between feeling the need to void and actually urinating. This may be caused by an infection or medications. In this case, it can be reversed. But if you have had a stroke or suffers from dementia or another neurologic disorder, it can mean that your brain is no longer able to send the “hold off” signals to the bladder. If I have a full bladder, I will 'leak' a little too when I laugh so I guess I have it too if it make you feel better. And well to ask your mom, just go up to her and ask to talk to her in private and when you do get a chance to speak in private, very quietly whisper to her you need to go to the doctor and get checked because its very important. It is a very important matter. Just be straight out and honest with her. Gemma, adult briefs. There is almost no way to help you unless you wear one or get checked by a doctor. You already said that pads don't work and you can't stick a tampon up your urethral opening so you are stuck. You could get thin ones that don't show underneath. My cousin had to wear adult briefs and she has no problem with it and no one notices and shes only 17. Hope this helped you.

Answer 3

If they did a urinalysis in the ER and it showed a UTI then you definately do need the antibiotics. I would find a new regular doc as it is not true that UTI's are so uncommon in men. If that were true I sure wouldn't have many males with UTI's in the nursing home I work at. Since ER probably did a Urinalysis when you were there and it showed you have a UTI you need to get back on some antibiotics but may need a new prescription since you need to take the full course of them. Head back to ER and get your urine retested and take things from there. If it shows another UTI then find yourself a new doc.

Answer 4

If STD and prostate problems are out of the question I'd be suggesting you look at chlorophyll (found in barley grass, wheat grass and spirulina) which acts as a kidney tonic and urinary/blood alkalizer. if you've lost a lot of weight in a short amount of time the spirulina may help top up some nutrients that could be lacking as well as mop up some metablic acid caused by drastic weight loss.

The herb cornsilk (aka Zea Mays) also works on kidneys as well as painful urination. If you can find it (depending on which country ur in) definately take a look.

Answer 5

There is a disease called Instititual Cystitis.
It took me many years to be diagnoised, It is very painful.
Email me if you have more specific questions