Urinary Tract Infection: Painful, Itchy, and Embarrassing

The painful and itchy sensation you feel after sex that leaves you so pressed? Yes, that’s Urinary Tract Infection (or “UTI”), baby!

After enjoying sex with your partner, do you get very uncomfortable and uneasy down there? Ponder no more, chances are you have a UTI (Urinary Tract Infection).

Most Common in Women

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is most common in women. A lot of women complain of painful and itchy sensation that burns down their vaginas after intercourse. This sensation makes them so pressed they want to pee immediately. Have no fear, UTIs are very common. You don’t need to stay away from sex or your partner because of it. You just have to do something about it, especially if you are a woman.

The reason this infection is more prevalent in women is because they have shorter urethra compared to men so the bacteria’s access to the bladder is quicker. The closeness of the urethra to the anus is also a probable reason why most women describe symptoms that are Urinary Tract Infection-like after intercourse.

Make no mistakes about this, it is more common for men to carry the bacteria. Men who lack proper hygiene especially around their genitals put their spouses at risk. Because as stated earlier it is easier for the female to contact the infection and it is not easy and common for them to carry it comfortably.

During intercourse, the man’s penis gets in direct contact with her urethra because of the closeness of the urethra to the anus. The bacteria are inevitably transmitted because of its ease of access to the bladder and in some cases, to the kidneys. This is the mechanism by which the infection is transmitted. In fact, most research results by experts prove that a woman stands a high chance of having a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) every time she has sex.

How can you prevent a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)?

The fact that women are more likely to contract the infection does not mean that they should deny themselves sexual pleasure by abstaining from it. It just means that there are certain things both parties need to keep in mind when engaging in sexual activities. The man ought to understand that it is more a matter of her health than anything.

Before sex, both parties should urinate and wash properly (especially down there) with water and soap. What this means is that you offer each other clean areas to maximize the pleasure. After sex, you are required to urinate again as this will flush out any acquired bacteria during intercourse.

Urinate to help remove the bacteria; it is utmost importance that you keep yourself hydrated by drinking enough water before and after sex. And multiple times after sex.

All condoms are not the same

All condoms are not the same. Your partner may be allergic to a particular latex or certain brands of condoms. This results in her constant itching and irritation. You need to constantly switch brands until you find the one that suits or you can try out something else.

If you decide to be really freaky with your partner by engaging in some unconventional sexual acts, make sure you keep safety in mind by not being very harsh on her. Some of the foreign devices you bring under the sheets have the potential to cause infection. So, you must care about what you decide to bring under the sheets and how you choose to use them.

Proper conversation prior to sex on what to try and not try will also help. There could something else he’s doing that contributes to the infection. As your health and well-being is vital, being aware may help you discover what’s wrong. And you have to speak up if you find anything.  For your health!