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Is it in fact necessary to urinate after
sex? The reason why I ask is because after my partner and I have
intercourse, I rarely feel the need to urinate. Additionally, I
don’t understand the connection between urination and sexual
intercourse, what does urination after sex accomplish?
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To answer your question it is good idea to
empty your bladder before and after sexual intercourse because
it is one way to prevent urinary tract infections (UTI). UTI’s
are usually caused by a bacteria called E. coli which travel
from your colon to the urethra and bladder. Since these three
areas of your body are in close vicinity to one another, sexual
intercourse facilitates the E. coli to be transferred from the
rectal area up into the urethra. Once the bacteria is situated
in the urethra it multiplies, thus causing a UTI. Naturally,
however any sexual activity that irritates the urethra puts
pressure on the bladder, making you want to urinate. If you are
having problems urinating, try drinking more water and other
fluids. In order to prevent irritation to the urethra, try to
avoid prolonged direct clitoral stimulation and make sure your
vagina is lubricated. Rear entry positions and prolonged
vigorous intercourse tends to put additional stress on your
urethra. Emptying out your bladder before having sex flushes
existing E. coli out of your urethra. Urinating after sex
prevents E. coli from settling into your which may ultimately
cause a UTI.
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