Dear Jen_145,

The only way to know for sure why you are having pain during urination is to go to a clinician to have a physical exam. You can call 1-800-230-PLAN to make an appointment with your nearest Planned Parenthood health center for a confidential appointment.

Although we cannot make a diagnosis online, you may want to know that a common symptom of urinary tract infections is burning pain during urination. These infections can be caused by bacteria that have spread from the rectum to the vagina or penis and then to the urethra and bladder. Urinary tract infections can be spread by any kind of sex play that brings fecal material into contact with the vagina and urethra.

Burning pains during urination may also be a symptom of other infections that can be sexually transmitted.

Hope this information helps!

Take care,

teenwire.com^® Editors

This column is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have a medical problem, please call toll-free 1-800-230-PLAN for an appointment with the Planned Parenthood health center nearest you.