Why Spermicide Causes Uti?
Bacteriuria with Escherichia Coli Is More Frequent After Intercourse in Women Who Use Spermicidal Foam or Diaphragms with Spermicides. Women Who Are Exposed to...
Bacteriuria with Escherichia coli is more frequent after intercourse in women who use spermicidal foam or diaphragms with spermicides. Women who are exposed to spermicide-coated condoms have also recently been shown to have a significantly elevated risk of UTI caused by E coli.
What could be done to prevent spermicides from causing UTIs?
Some doctors also recommend urinating before sex to lower the risk of a UTI. Washing your genital area with warm water before sex may reduce the risk of bacteria getting into the urethra, especially for women. Some contraceptives, such as diaphragms or spermicides, may increase your risk for a UTI.
Does spermicide prevent UTI?
During intercourse, condoms can reduce the risk of a UTI. Just beware of spermicide-lubricated condoms. According to WebMD.com, these can actually increase your risk of developing a UTI.
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