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Urethral Stricture urethral-stricture (Signs (Incontinence, Urethral…
Urethral Stricture
Causes
Radiation
Catheter insertion
Pelvic fractures
Surgery on prostate
Definition
Narrowing of the urethral tube that carry urine from bladder due to inflammatory
Signs
Incontinence
Urethral discharge
Weak urine flow
Pelvic pain
Frequent urge of urination
Treatment
Urethroplasy
Catheter replacement
Dilation of urethra
Pathophysiology
Caused by infections
Caused by trauma
May occur from bladder to the tip of prenis
Diagnostic tests
Urinalysis
Gonorrhea and chlamydia test
Measures the rate of urine flow during urination
Cystoscopy
Risk factors
Enlarged prostates
Had recent catheter placement
Reccurent STI,s
Having urethritis
Nursing care
Physical examination
Administer prescribed medication
Monitor intake and output
Monitor vital signs
