Which statements are true regarding urethritis? (Select all that apply.)
A) A purulent drainage may be present.
B) A clear mucus-like discharge may be present.
C) Symptoms include urethral tingling and itching or burning on urination.
D) A 24-hour urine test is required to diagnose the disorder.
E) Treatment includes appropriate antibiotic therapy.

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Symptoms of urethritis include urethral tingling and itching or a burning sensation on urination (dysuria),frequency,and urgency.The individual may note a purulent or clear mucus-like discharge from the urethra.Nucleic acid detection amplification tests allow easy detection of Neisseria gonorrhoeae and Chlamydia trachomatis in first-void urine.Treatment consists of appropriate antibiotic therapy for infectious urethritis and an avoidance of future chemical or mechanical irritation.

Which Statements Are True Regarding Urethritis? (Select All That Apply