What can cause urethra damage?

Answer by  patti (29325)

The urethra carries urine from the bladder and out of the body. Various bacteria can enter through the urethra and cause a bladder infection. Left untreated, this could cause damage to the urethra in the way of scarring. Sexual intercourse is another way that bacteria is sometimes forced into the urethra, which can cause infection and scarring.

Answer by  spragoo (1500)

There a plenty of things that can cause urethra damage. One of them is getting an sexually transmitted disease and not taking care of it promptly. The infection can eat away at the urethra. This would cause extreme pain when urinating. If you think this is the cause get to the doctor right away.

Answer by  angiem1981 (1059)

Urethra damage can be caused by a variety of things. However, kidney stones are the most common source of damage. This may occur not when the kidney stone is being passed, but if it becomes lodged in the process. Various other blockages and/or tumors may also be responsible for damage.

Answer by  rakee (13)

urinary tract infections, cystitis , vaginal infection , urinary retention , passage of kidney stones into urethra , due to certain toxins.