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Question #25699
91 days ago
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can a man get a uti from a woman - #25699

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I am really confused and kinda worried right now. A couple weeks ago I was hangin out with my girlfriend and we were, you know, intimate. Everything was fine, but then like a few days later, I started feeling this weird burning sensation when I peed. It hurts, and there’s like this urge to go even when I don’t really have to. It’s super uncomfortable. My friend mentioned that I might have a UTI, but I thought those were mostly a woman thing? I mean, can a man get a UTI from a woman or is that just a myth? I’ve read that bacteria can, like, get transferred during sex, so now I'm freaking out thinking maybe I caught something from her. She didn’t mention anything about having an issue or anything, but I feel like I might need to go to a doctor or something. Has anyone else been in the same boat? I'm just tryna figure out if I should be worried about this? Can a man get a UTI from a woman, or is it more complicated? Seriously, any advice would help!

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Yes, men can get UTIs, although it’s less common than in women. The burning sensation and frequent urge to urinate you described could indeed be symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI). It’s quite possible for bacteria to be transferred during sexual activity, which could lead to an infection. However, it doesn’t necessarily mean you “caught” something directly from your partner in the sense of a sexually transmitted infection (STI). UTIs in men often involve the lower urinary tract, which includes the urethra and bladder. Since these symptoms appeared after recent sexual activity, this could be coincidental, or, something related to it, especially if there were any irritants involved, like prolonged friction, or lack of lubrication. Regardless, it’s important to get an accurate diagnosis. I recommend seeing your healthcare provider for a urine test to confirm whether it’s a UTI or another condition like a sexually transmitted infection or prostatitis, which can have similar symptoms. If it is a UTI, the typical treatment involves a course of antibiotics. Until your appointment, drinking plenty of water can help flush out your urinary tract. Avoid things that can irritate the bladder, like caffeine and alcohol. You shouldn’t wait too long before consulting a doctor, since untreated UTIs can lead to more serious issues. If you have fever, back pain, or blood in the urine, seek medical attention promptly, as these could indicate a more severe infection involving the kidneys or other parts of the urinary tract.

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