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A member asked:

Is sexual activity one of the commonly recognized causes of urinary tract infections?

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Yes: It's common for a woman to get a urinary tract infection shortly after she begins having intercourse. The anatomy and physics send the bacteria up the urethra into the bladder. It's a wonderful time, and remembering to drink plenty of water and empty the bladder often may not fit so well with the mood -- but try to remember. Best wishes.

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/25/2019

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