What causes itchy urethra in boys?

Urethral itching in boys may be caused by urethritis, posthitis, phimosis, etc. Symptomatic treatment is required according to different causes.

It is generally caused by bacterial infection around the external urethra orifice, which is usually accompanied by symptoms of urgency and frequency of urination. It needs to be treated with large doses of cephalosporin antibiotics under the guidance of a doctor.

If the foreskin is too long and local hygiene care is not paid attention to for a long time, it may lead to foreshitis. Erythromycin ointment and local cleaning of the glans need to be used to help relieve it.

It is caused by the unclean environment around the glans and needs to be treated by circumcision surgery under the guidance of a doctor.

In addition to the above-mentioned common causes, there may be chronic prostatitis and other reasons that require strengthening personal hygiene.