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Q: urinary tract infection and sex

asked by: niz82 on January 9th, 2009

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while on my menstruation cycle, if my boyfriend and i have sex, am i more prone to having urinary tract infection?

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Mabel

replied on January 9th, 2009

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Sex at any time can cause urinary tract infections. This is due to bacteria. Always urinate shortly after sex to clear out any bacteria that may have been pushed inside your urinary tract.

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