Nonspecific urethritis

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This term used to describe discomfort and discharge from the male urethra (urine outlet tube) for which no cause could be found. However, it is now known that the majority of cases are caused by chlamydia, a bacterium. This can cause serious problems, especially in women. These include:

ectopic pregnancies,
infertility, and
chronic infection of the womb.

Treatment
Prevention