But they’re preventable and treatable. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce the risk of utis Many doctors suggest urinating after sexual activity as a way to help prevent a urinary tract infection. Many health authorities, including the centers for disease control and prevention (cdc), recommend urinating after sex to prevent utis Doing so may help flush away bacteria that are close to the. Peeing after sex may help prevent urinary tract infections (utis)
Utis occur when bacteria enter the urinary tract, usually through your urethra, and travels to your bladder. This is because “bacteria in the genital or anal region can enter the urethra during sex, so urinating before and after sex can definitely decrease the risk of a uti,” she said.
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