Can anything be done to ease severe urethral burning after passing urine?
There is no universal remedy for this problem as there are different causes for it in different people. Clearly it is important to treat any urinary infection if one is found. Bladder stones can also cause it, as can infective and inflammatory conditions of the vulval area. A common cause of such inflammation is infection with the herpes virus which may respond to anti-viral medication. In the event that no obvious cause is found, empirical use of substances which neutralise acid in the urine may provide temporary relief. Occasionally a minor operation to stretch the urethra is required and is often successful. Mr Paul Irwin MCh FRCS(Urol) Go back to the top of the page Every month during my period I suffer from a flare up in my IC symptoms. I follow a strict IC diet, drink plenty of water and have a supportive doctor, but am at my wits end with this problem. What can I do to help myself? Many of my patients complain that just before the onset of their period they suffer from a flare u
