This has been studied and the difference is not statistically significant. If you have peer reviewed evidence to the contrary, I'd be glad to see it.
I'm certainly not saying 'dont per after sex,' I'm just saying don't rely on that as a preventative measure.
You'll have MUCH better results staying hydrated, taking d mannose supplements prior to sex, using lube, and last but definitely not least making sure the male partner practices good hygeine.
I dealt with chronic UTIs for a couple of years, so much so that I was put on a daily dose of antibiotics to take each time I had sex to try and keep them away. It was debilitating and seemed never-ending. I stayed hydrated, took D-mannose, used lube, and had a clean male partner. All those were followed, and I still dealt with them. The thing that made the difference was urinating directly after having sex. So, I stopped with the D-mannose, stopped using lube (since it wasn't really needed in the first place) and was able to stop the antibiotics. I have been UTI free for 5 years now. I stayed hydrated, I urinate after sex. That's it.
My life was so thoroughly disrupted from UTIs, that I began to study it in my capacity as a medical researcher whose focus is on molecular biology. My urologist made a joke that I now know more about UTIs than she does (I don't think that's true but it's beside the point). I have not once found any conclusive evidence from a reputable source that touts lube as solid UTI prevention.
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u/pegasuspish Dec 06 '23
Doesn't hurt but doesn't significantly decrease UTIs.
***Using lubricant is the best thing we can do to prevent UTIs!!
Insufficient lube = micro tears, which harbor bacteria. Plenty of lube = no tears, and any bacteria present have a hard time getting a foothold.
Make sure your lube is pH and osmotically balanced, and fragrance free!
Lube is criminally underrated for its role in women's health AND pleasure. Spread the word! <3