I am experiencing symptoms of a UTI. I shower everyday and have excellent personal hygine habits. I am wondering if perhaps sex has caused my UTI? I have only had one UTI previously several years ago. It may not always be possible to wash/shower before and after sex . . . I am wondering if personal hygine wipes may help?
Thanks for the help!
2006-11-08 02:20:29 · 10 answers · asked by Marcjc 3 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ STDs
Sex could be a major contributing factor and I´ve also heard that fighting the urge to urinate and holding it in can cause UTIs too.
2006-11-08 03:30:32 · answer #1 · answered by Double 709 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
During intercourse bacteria can be forced into the short urethra of the female. As stated urinating after intercourse can help flush out any bacteria but isn't foolproof. If you are experiencing symptoms increasing fluids can help with the discomfort but you really need to be evaluated by a physician.
2006-11-08 10:38:45 · answer #2 · answered by Tulip 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You know what ive been asking myself the same question, since i also have the symptoms of UTI and i also take lots of care of myself, my brother is a paramedic and he told me some times the cause could be that u don't have enough water to drink in a day, so one on the things you need to do is to drink lots of liquids, natural is better, or cammonmile tea, about the sex thing i dk, the first time i had UTI was three days ago and i asked myself the same question , i think sex could add to it , and that wipes should also work.
2006-11-08 10:29:46 · answer #3 · answered by ar_tool_19 1 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I have read that doctors recommend urinating after sex to flush out the tract and help prevent UTIs. This would lead me to believe that sex can increase the chances of them.
2006-11-08 10:23:06 · answer #4 · answered by iknownothing 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, sex can contribute to UTI's. Some drs recommend that u urinate after sex to help rid the urethra of bacteria.
2006-11-08 10:24:37 · answer #5 · answered by dragonkisses 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm Not sure if sexual intercourse is the cause, but I'd advise you to drink cranbery juice regularly, eat loads of fruits and veg, especially ones with vitamin c to boost your immunity against infections, also have you heard of Echinacea, check it out it's a natural remedy to help keep infections at bay - not just urinary tract infections...
2006-11-08 13:24:28 · answer #6 · answered by sum2000mayyah 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
UTI is caused by bacteria. so best thing to do is to keep ur genitals clean whenever, be it b4/after sex, after passing motion etc. never wipe from backside to front.
2006-11-08 12:08:47 · answer #7 · answered by i am helpless 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should always go to the bathroom and at least pee after sex.
Don't take tub bathes.Wipes won't help,my Dr. said pee after sex that makes anything that is in there flush out.
2006-11-09 13:53:29 · answer #8 · answered by jackiedj8952 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sex can do that. Go pee as soon as possible after to flush out any bacteria that my get pushed up in there.
2006-11-08 10:23:25 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Aggressive sex is a contributing factor.
2006-11-08 10:22:28 · answer #10 · answered by spackler 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋