A urologist shares the steps you can take to help prevent utis in the future. You can have sex with a urinary tract infection (uti), but it might aggravate your already bothersome symptoms Utis occur when bacteria enter and infect the urinary system, which includes the. Can having sex cause a urinary tract infection (uti) Yes, sexual activity can increase the risk of utis, especially in women, due to bacteria from the genital area being pushed into the urethra during intercourse. Doctors generally recommend abstaining from sex when you have a urinary tract infection (uti)
Not only can sex with a uti be uncomfortable, but it could also slow down your recovery, and you risk introducing further bacteria You should wait until your symptoms have cleared up before having sex again In the future, peeing straight after sex can help you avoid further utis. Having sex with a uti may elevate the risk of developing a more severe infection, such as a kidney infection (pyelonephritis) This is particularly a concern if the bacteria spread from the bladder to the kidneys. Sex with a uti may seem impossible, considering the infection can lead to painful symptoms
