nonspecific urethritis

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nonspecific urethritis

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(Pathology) inflammation of the urethra as a result of a venereal infection that cannot be traced to a specific cause. Abbreviation: NSU
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Noun1.nonspecific urethritis - inflammation of the urethra of unknown cause
NSU
urethritis - inflammation of the urethra; results in painful urination
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