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==Physical Examination== | ==Physical Examination== | ||
In patients with suggestive symptoms for urethritis, through examination of genital area must be done. | |||
*The genitalia are best examined while the patient is supine. | |||
*Patients should be examined for: inguinal lymphadenopathy, ulcers, or urethral discharge. | |||
*The skin of the entire pubic area, scrotum, groin, and penis should be examined for lesions, and the hair should be examined for nits. | |||
*The testes, epididymis, and spermatic cords should be palpated for masses or tenderness. | |||
*The urethral meatus should be inspected for secretions. | |||
*If no discharge is present, the urethra should be gently stripped or milked. | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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Overview
Physical Examination
In patients with suggestive symptoms for urethritis, through examination of genital area must be done.
- The genitalia are best examined while the patient is supine.
- Patients should be examined for: inguinal lymphadenopathy, ulcers, or urethral discharge.
- The skin of the entire pubic area, scrotum, groin, and penis should be examined for lesions, and the hair should be examined for nits.
- The testes, epididymis, and spermatic cords should be palpated for masses or tenderness.
- The urethral meatus should be inspected for secretions.
- If no discharge is present, the urethra should be gently stripped or milked.