• Inflammation of the urethra
• Affects the urinary tract
• Symptoms may include lower abdominal pain with frequent, painful, urgent or hesitant urination
• Caused by bacterial infection or injury
• Cannot be spread from person to person
• Can occur at any age but more common in adult females
• Can be mild without symptoms to severe

Avoid sexual intercourse

FOR ITCHING

• Avoid items or situations that cause you to itch
• Avoid scratching
• Cut fingernails short, and consider wearing gloves at night to prevent scratching
• Use mild, fragrance free soap and laundry detergent
• Cover area with cold wet bandages or take a cool bath
• Over-the-counter medicines (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
  • Hydrocortisone cream
  • Diphenhydramine

FOR PAIN

• Apply hot or cold packs to the area
• Relaxation techniques
• Distraction
• Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
  • Acetaminophen
  • Ibuprofen