A member asked:

I have currently been on cipro (ciprofloxacin) 500 for a uti and have taken two doses thus far, would i be ok to have protected sex with my partner?

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Dr. Angelina Postoev md facs answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Yes: UTI is not STD. Just make sure you stay hydrated and use restroom after intercourse to pee) and wash up right away.

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/11/2015

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Yes: Protected sex would not be a problem. Sex may have been the cause of your UTI. All the best.

Dr Zimon and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/12/2015

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A member asked:

I have currently been on cipro (ciprofloxacin) 500 for a uti and have taken two doses thus far, would i be ok to have protected sex with my partner?

7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Angelina Postoev md facs answered

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Dr Zimon and another doctor agreed

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