Rare Diseases & Conditions Affecting the Female Urethra

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EA 2.2 Rare Diseases & Conditions Affecting the Female Urethra

Rare diseases and conditions affecting the female urethra refer to a group of uncommon and often poorly understood medical conditions that affect the structure or function of the female urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body. These conditions can range from congenital anomalies, such as urethral duplication or urethral diverticulum, to acquired conditions, such as urethral stricture or urethral cancer. Symptoms of rare diseases and conditions affecting the female urethra can include urinary incontinence, pain or discomfort during urination, recurrent urinary tract infections, or blood in the urine. Diagnosis may involve a combination of physical exams, imaging studies, and diagnostic procedures, such as cystoscopy or urodynamic testing. Treatment for rare diseases and conditions affecting the female urethra may involve medical management, such as antibiotics or hormone therapy, or surgical interventions, such as urethral reconstruction, depending on the specific condition and the individual’s needs.