21 Jul, 2023 3:31 PM

URETHRAL STRICTURE is a disease that affects the tube that transports urine from the bladder to the outside of the body. When this conduit is narrowed due to different causes (infection, trauma, previous surgeries), it produces what is known as urethral stricture and can significantly affect the quality of life, as well as the integrity of the urinary system by producing repeated urinary tract infections, bleeding, urinary retention,

If left untreated, the obstruction caused by a urethral stricture can lead to a reduced quality of life, including bladder and kidney damage, poor ejaculation, urinary tract infections, and infertility in men.

The treatment of urethral stricture, including urethral reconstructive surgery in our clinic, is performed by Dr. Onyango Oluoch, a consultant specialist in reconstructive urology with extensive experience in this type of cases.

What symptoms do a patient with urethral stricture present?

The symptoms of urethral stricture can vary from patient to patient, but all of them can negatively impact your quality of life, so it is essential to seek professional care if you experience these problems.

The main symptoms that usually occur are:
• Difficulty urinating
• Weak urine stream
• Increased urinary frequency
• Incomplete sensation of bladder emptying.
• Urgency and even urinary incontinence.
• In more severe cases, urinary retention
• Urinary Tract Infections (UTI’s)
• Hesitancy when waiting for the stream of urine to begin
• Weak or irregular flow
• Straining to urinate
• Painful urination
• A sense of incomplete emptying
• Dribbling after urination

Main causes of urethral stricture
Understanding the underlying cause of this problem is crucial in determining the best treatment approach. Although in each patient it may originate from a different cause, the most common causes are:
• Traumatic injuries, such as blows or accidents, can cause damage to the urethra and trigger scarring processes that lead to narrowing of the duct, producing urethral stricture.
• Infections in the urethra.
• Previous medical interventions, such as surgeries or other procedures in the genital area or urinary tract, can increase the risk of developing urethral stricture.
• Peyronie's disease can also affect the urethra and, consequently, contribute to narrowing.
• In some cases, urethral stricture may be congenital, that is, present from birth due to abnormalities in the development of the urinary tract.
• Chronic inflammatory skin diseases such as lichen sclerosus can cause urethral strictures in a high percentage of patients.

Our Contacts
Dr Onyango Oluoch – Urologist
Personal Number: 0721 850826
Office Number: 0741 254745
5th Avenue Medical & Day Surgery Centre
5th Ngong Avenue Suites, 7th Floor, Room 1, Nairobi
Email: [email protected]

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