Is it Necessary to Urinate after Sexual Intercourse?

It is often said that urinating after sex is very important. Some women may not feel as though they need to urinate after sex, while others simply may feel lazy to do it before they fall asleep or may be in too big of a rush in the morning to urinate before leaving the house. So, is this true or nothing more than just another medical myth? Is it necessary to urinate after having sex? Here are some of the things that you should know about why urinating after sexual intercourse is important.

Should You Urinate After Having Sexual Intercourse?

Women should be sure to urinate after they have sex each and every time. The reason is because you will greatly reduce your risk of developing a urinary tract infection, or UTI. According to Barnard College, UTIs occur when the bacteria E. coli travels from the colon to the urethra and bladder areas. Since all of these areas are close to another, there is a risk of E. coli causing a UTI after sexual intercourse.

Keep in mind that urinating after sex is not a full-proof way to prevent a UTI, as anyone can experience one at any time. Urinating after sex simply reduces the risk. This is why it is important to be aware of the signs of urinary tract infections. The frequent urge to urinate, a painful sensation when urinating, and cloudy, foul-smelling or blood in the urine are all symptoms of UTIs, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center.

Is it Abnormal to Feel a Strong Urge to Urinate after Sex?

If you experience the urge to urinate following sexual intercourse, it is important to keep in mind that this is perfectly normal. Sexual intercourse and other sexual activities put pressure on the bladder, which irritates the urethra and, ultimately, causes the urge to urinate. On the other hand, if you do not experience this urge, it is ideal to urinate after having sexual intercourse anyway.

Ultimately, it is important to keep in mind that urinating after sex is very important. Not only are you likely to feel the urge to urinate because of bladder pressure, but doing so can help prevent you from experiencing a UTI. If you have experienced urinary tract infections in the past, then you know how uncomfortable they can be.

It is also not proven that urinating after intercourse helps prevent a woman from getting a urinary tract infection. The theory here is that the woman should urinate soon after intercourse so that any bacteria that might possibly get into the urinary tract will be flushed out. But the theory may be dangerous to rely upon in practice. If a urinary tract infection occurs, it can eventually spread into the kidneys which can cause a kidney infection (pyelonephritis) and major problems.

Much of the above is beyond the competence of an anthropologist writing about body, brain, and behaviour. Yet another myth is that urinating after sexual intercourse will prevent pregnancy. Absolutely not! This is according to the website of Planned Parenthood Federation of America in New York City. Consult your family physician with any personal questions in this area, especially if you are confused or have spent too long on planet Neptune.

On addition remember that if the condom breaks, urinating immediately after sex and washing your penis with soap and water may help prevent urethral infections, although this method is not very reliable and During oral sex, don’t get semen, blood or vaginal fluid in your mouth, since there is a risk (low) of picking up HIV and hepatitis B this way. Using a condom prevents spreading HIV and other STIs from oral sex.
It is also advisable not to perform oral sex within two hours of flossing or brushing your teeth, since these activities could cause cuts in the gums, providing entry points for HIV.