Burning or stinging when urinating
Burning or stinging when urinating (dysuria) is one of the most common urinary symptoms. It usually signals irritation or infection in the urinary tract. Women are more frequently affected due to shorter urethral anatomy, but men can experience it too. Prompt treatment usually resolves it quickly.
Common Causes of Burning or stinging when urinating
- Urinary tract infection (UTI)
- Sexually transmitted infection (chlamydia, gonorrhoea)
- Vaginal infection (yeast, bacterial vaginosis)
- Prostatitis (in men)
- Urethral irritation from soaps or hygiene products
When to Seek Urgent Medical Care for Burning or stinging when urinating
These signs may indicate a serious problem — don't wait, seek medical care right away:
- See a doctor if burning with urination is accompanied by fever, blood in urine, back or flank pain, discharge, or does not resolve within 1-2 days.
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