Non-gonococcal urethritis (NGU) refers to a urogenital tract infection characterized by clinical manifestations of urethritis, but without the detection of gonococci in smear or culture of secretions. Since female patients not only have urethral inflammation but also cervical inflammation, it is also referred to as "non-specific genital infection" (NSGI). It is primarily caused by Chlamydia trachomatis or Ureaplasma urealyticum infections, and in rare cases, it can also be caused by Trichomonas vaginalis, Candida albicans, and herpes simplex virus. It is one of the common sexually transmitted diseases. So, what are the causes of non-gonococcal urethritis?
Trauma infection (15%):
If there is a wound on the body, the non-gonococcal virus can invade the patient's body through broken skin or mucous membranes. After invasion, it will remain latent in the patient's body for a certain period before causing an inflammatory infection.
Low immunity (10%):
People with weak immunity are prone to various diseases if they do not take care of themselves in daily life. Some people are particularly susceptible to non-gonococcal infections when their immunity is low, so this should be taken seriously.
Transmission through contact with secretions (20%):
Non-gonococcal infections are highly contagious. If an uninfected person comes into contact with the personal belongings of an infected person, such as clothes, bedding, bathtubs, towels, or toilet seats used by someone with non-gonococcal urethritis, they can be indirectly infected.
Unprotected sexual activity (20%):
Non-gonococcal infections can be directly transmitted through sexual activity. Engaging in sexual activity with someone who has non-gonococcal urethritis will lead to infection, as it is highly contagious. Therefore, it is crucial to avoid promiscuity, prostitution, and other unhealthy sexual practices.
Transmission during childbirth (10%):
If a pregnant woman has non-gonococcal urethritis, the virus can be transmitted to the newborn through the birth canal, causing the newborn to carry the virus from birth. Additionally, the virus can be transmitted to the fetus through the placenta and amniotic fluid, potentially leading to stillbirth.
