It’s pretty common to feel a burning sensation when you pee after sex.
Aurinary tract infection(UTI) is one reason this might happen.
Urinating right after sex can help reduce the risk of getting a UTI.
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Some are fleeting and have a quick fix, while others may require treatment.
If you think you may have a UTI, see a healthcare provider.
Untreated, a UTI can spread to the kidneys.
Treatment options includeantibioticsto erase the infection and, when needed, medicine for pain relief.
you’re able to also speed uphealingby drinking plenty of water and urinating often.
Dryness tends to occur when there’s a drop inestrogen.
This can happen for various reasons, includingmenopause, breastfeeding, and some medical conditions and medications.
Almost 3 out of 4 women experience pain during intercourse at some point.
Similar to a UTI, an STI can cause painful or frequent urination.
Other symptoms may include discharge from the penis or vagina and genital redness or itching.
STIs don’t always cause symptoms, but the infection can still spread during sex.
It can take a few days after exposure for symptoms of an allergic reaction to appear.
Each of these can cause inflammation and irritation, leading to a burning sensation when you pee.
Urinating After Sex
Urinating after sexual activitycan help flush out bacteria that can cause a UTI.
Due to anatomical differences, females get UTIs about 30 times more often than males.
And sexually active women are at higher risk than those who are not.
When it comes to preventing UTIs, peeing after sex has a greater benefit for women than men.
However, it doesn’t prevent STIs or other medical conditions.
Hygiene Practices
It only takes water and mild, unscented soap to keep the genital area clean.
Gently pat yourself dry.
Shaving is a choice, but it’s not necessary for cleanliness.
Communication With a Partner
Open, honest communication with your partner can enhance your sex life.
Work on solutions that benefit you both.
Research suggests that better sexual communication is associated with greater sexual function.
It doesn’t necessarily mean something is seriously wrong.
It’s usually due to an irritant or lack of lubrication.
Using lubricants, switching personal hygiene products, and changing sexual positions may help.
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