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The disease is an infection caused by one of many pathogens (bacteria) such as Chalmydia trachomatis, Ureplasma urealyticum, AdenoVirus, Haemophilus vaginalis, Mycoplasm genitalium, Trichomonas vaginalis and Herpes simplex Virus. The later two are the rarest forms and the most common cause is Chlamydia with men more akin to contracting the disease than women due to anatomical differences. The disease is spread through sexual and oral sex where contact with the mucous membranes occurs. It can also be spread through non-sexual means and can infect unborn fetuses still in the womb. The infection results in discharge from the penis, a burning sensation when urinating, itching irritation or tenderness and underwear stains. Infection is treatable with antibiotics but all people who have had sexual contact with the infected person should be treated for the disease. Follow-up procedures should be taken to ensure that the infection is totally eliminated to prevent immunity of the virus with the antibiotic regimen.