Urethral discharge is a painful condition which often occurs as a result of infection in the urethra; the test is often carried out to determine the causative factors behind the infection and to determine the right course of treatment. A Urethra discharge is where there is a discharge of fluid other than semen or urine, from your penis. If you start noticing some of the following symptoms, then you need to alert your doctor about the same right away. Some of the symptoms that you may notice are – Sharp discomfort when urinating Discharge from the urethra Swelling around the urethra Swollen testicles Soreness around the urethra Pain when urinating If you are currently experiencing some of these symptoms, then you need to consult your doctor right away.