Definition

A condition characterized by pain or difficulty when urinating.

Example

The patient reported experiencing dysuria after the infection.

Conversation

Hey, have you ever experienced dysuria?

No, I haven't. What is that exactly?

It's when you have pain while urinating, and it can be really uncomfortable.

That sounds rough! I hope you find a way to feel better if you ever have it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dysuria is formed from "dys-" (from Greek "dys", meaning bad or difficult) and "ouron" (from Greek, meaning urine). The term describes a condition characterized by painful or difficult urination.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dys-' meaning 'bad' or 'difficult' and 'ouron' referring to 'urine' — this helps you remember that dysuria means having difficulty or pain when urinating.

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