A urologist shares the steps you can take to help prevent utis in the future. Struggling with recurrent utis after sex Learn about urinary tract infections and how to prevent them by urinating after sexual intercourse.
Learning Center | Everything You've Ever Wanted To Know (But Been Afraid To Ask!) About UTIs and Sex
Having sex is a common cause of urinary tract infections (utis), especially for women
Preventative steps like peeing after sex and drinking lots of water may help.
One of the benefits of peeing after sex is to prevent urinary tract infections (utis) Urine flushes away the bacteria that cause utis. While peeing after sex might sound like folk wisdom handed down through generations, it remains a sensible strategy for many women—particularly those with a history of urinary tract infections It’s simple, free and carries no health risks
Yet it’s important not to overstate its benefits.
