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Non-Gonococcal Urethritis (NGU)

Non-Gonococcal urethritis (NGU) Non-Gonococcal urethritis (NGU) is an infection of the male urethra.  Nongonococcal means it is not caused by gonorrhea.  NGU is most commonly caused by a bacterial infection, but it may also be caused by a virus.  Antibiotic treatment, when taken exactly as directed, can cure NGU.

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Get an overview about non-gonococcal urethritis (NGU).  Learn about the causes, treatments and prevention.

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Last Updated: March 14, 2012