Streptococcus agalactiae or group B streptococcus (GBS), is an uncommon cause of male urethritis. We report a case of 38-year-old man presenting with 5 days of urethral discharge, dysuria, and pruritus. Testing for common sexually transmitted pathogens was negative. GBS was isolated as the sole organism from urethral swab and urine cultures. The patient was successfully treated with 10 days course of trimethoprim–sulfamethoxazole . This case highlights GBS as a rare but potential cause of male urethritis when common pathogens are excluded. Further studies are required to clarify optimal antibiotic selection, treatment duration, and the need for partner management.
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