I have gotten 2 UTIs within the past 2-3 months...I was just wondering what causes them and why I've gotten them so much.  I got on birth control about 4 months ago and started having sex about 2 1/2 months ago.  could those things cause it?  please help!  thank you!
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when i first started having sex i got a couple too.  be sure to wash up quickly and very well.  if you still get one and dont want to keep using antibiotics, try something called AZO Standard. this helps with the pain and discomfort while you drink enough water to clean your bladder out.  if you get a really bad one and do go on antibiotics, the AZO is still helpful before the antibiotics kick in.
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More than likely it is an infection--get to a dr., preferrably a urologist asap!
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ok first are you peeing blood?second did they give you anti-biotics to prevent infection? when i had mine put in they gave me anti-biotics to prevent infection and they also set me up with a follow up appointment 3-4 weeks later.some of what your saying does sound normal.i bleed for a few days after i had mine put in and i had cramping.from my experience i would say dont worry unless if you are in so much pain you cant take it.the thing is there is something new in your body and it will take some time for your body to adjust it.i had mine done in june of this year and im just starting to get used to it.so give it some time and make a follow up appointment.
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She needs to see a doctor.  She might have a vaginal or urinary tract infection or both and 4 months is way to long to have it go untreated.  She could also have a sexually transmitted disease if sexually active.  How old is your mother and why hasn't she seen a doctor?  Why in the world would you ignore this and ask non-professionals here for help.....get her to a doctor at once!
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I actually JUST experienced this very thing.  I am diabettic type 2 and just recently I had been experiencing frequent urination (every 10 minutes).  At first I thought the vaginal dryness and itching I was experiencing was because of the fact that I was wiping so frequently and also because of this new caramel creme shower gel that I was using.  I knew the frequent urination I was experiencing was due to my high sugar levels.  I'd also heard that people who are diabetic are more susceptible to frequent yeast infections or UTIs because of the glucose in their blood stream.  So, at first, I thought that was what I was experiencing-- a yeast infection.  I'd never had one in my life and did not know the exact symptoms or what to do.  There was no discharge or odor, only intense itching and dryness. \n\nAfter maybe two weeks, the dryness and itching seemed to disappear. I felt a lot better.  My fiance and I decided to have intercourse,  and I could not get wet.  I was still experiencing the dryness.  So-- he tried to lubricate me with his saliva.  The next day-- the itching and burning returned ten times as worse and I was totally irritated.  I thought I was going to die.  I tried a monistat 1 and that only slightly relieved the symptoms.  Finally, I went to the emergency room and explained that I thought I had a yeast infection due to high glucose levels. I told them that the symptoms increased after sexual activity, but that I was sure it was not an std because my boyfriend and I were virgins and had never been with anyone else other than each other.  They did tests and could not find a UTI nor could they diagnose the irritation as a "yeast infection" caused by Candida.  They diagnosed it as vaginitis, said I was just extremely irritated and prescribed a three pill antibiotic in case of bacterial infection and also an antifungal vaginal cream (prescriptive monistat per the pharmacist) in case of fungal infection. They also gave me a solution IV while in the hospital to bring my glucose level down, which stopped the severe unrination, which gave me some relief from the irritation.  It was like that entire area (kidneys and vaginal) was just completely irritated.\n\nSO--  right now I am finishing the antifungal cream.  The pharmacist told me that I could use it on the inside of the labia where I was experiencing the dryness and itching, so that it was I did, as opposed to using the applicator to insert the cream into my vaginea. After five days of doing that, though my symptoms seemed to have subsided drastically, I still did not feel 100% normal down there. So, I started to use the applicator to insert the cream.  I am on day four.  After the solution IV to bring my glucose down, the antibiotic, the monistat 1 and now the prescription antifungal, I STILL do not feel 100% like before.  I am still dry and that has NEVER been a problem until recently.\n\nOne thing that I DID mention to the doctor was that my boyfriend has had a ear and throat problem for the longest that he believes is some sort of infection.  I am guessing that there was some sort of bacteria or something in his saliva that increased the irritation, combined with the irritation I was already experiencing   I still don't know if, indeed, it was a yeast infection; now I am guessing that it may had been an infection that was caused by something other than Candida since it intensified after intercourse. Since we are still inexperienced, I thought the irritation I was feeling was because he tore something down there or whatever.  Now, I'm afraid to have sex again.  Sex is also extremely painful for me-- it feels like he is ripping something.  I don't even know if he is inserting it into the correct hole.  I feel really embarrased to admit this, but wer are 31 and had sex for the first time when we were 29.  Since then, we've had it off and on maybe 5 times, so I know the infrequency is not helping the situation.  I am trying not to reso
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My wife used to have the same predicament as you. Normally it would go away a few days before the onset of your menstrual period. This is usually a sign that your body is ovulating. This is what some ob-gynes call your "wet period" or the period when you will likely get pregnant after sex. Your "dry period" is that in which your chance of getting pregnant after sex is nil.\n\nThis may not be a symptom of UTI, since you are not experiencing pain or burning sensation when urinating. This is more of a vaginal discharge (which is different from a discharge due to yeast infection wherein the vagina has a yellowish/white discharge).\n\nTry using a pH-balanced feminine wash...it worked for my wife, so I do not see any reason why it will not work for you.\n\nYou may also see a gynecologist if you wish, to cast out your fears of having UTI (which is most unlikely that you have).
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First if your having sex. You have to go to the ob/gyn to make sure everything is fine down there.  Plus your to young to have sex.  I know.. i'm alittle old fashioned. I hoped you used a condom.  I sounds like you have a UTI =urianary tract infection and/or yeast infection.\n\nI gave you the two links for yeast infections and uti.  I would suggest eating ALOT of yogurt. \n\nuti and yeast infection can come from anything.  From condoms, creams, medications, etc.
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To me it sounds like you have a vaginal bacterial infection that has turned into a UTI and maybe a kidney infection.  Sometimes with Infections you'll notice a foul odor.  Yeast Infection Meds can sometimes make Bacterial Infections Worse.  Maybe you had an allergic reaction to the Yeast Infection treatment.  All those tests will tell you for sure.  It could be an STD, a lot of STDs are bacterial.  You did the right thing with the doctor. I'm sure soon enough you'll know and be able to treat these symptoms, which sound very uncomfortable by the way.
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It's probably a urinary tract infection. It could involve your bladder, kidneys, etc... You do not want to let this go untreated. If your kidneys are involved, it could theoretically be life threatening. Even if they're not, you need antibiotics. Call and schedule an appointment with your doctor a.s.a.p., and in the meantime, drink plenty of water, urinate frequently, take cranberry pills, and avoid sugar. \n\nIncidentally, cranberry pills are better than cranberry juice because the juice has too much sugar in it, and sugar can aggravate a urinary tract infection. You can get cranberry pills in the section where vitamins are sold.
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Depends on your age.  As many people have said it could be a yeast infection. There are many causes for yeast infections. The discharge however would be the consistency of say,'cottage cheesy'! Yuck,huh? Well just trying to describe it better for you.\n\nAnother possibility is ovulation. This usually occurs about two weeks after you last period. Sometimes it has the consistency of 'egg whites' OK,another Yuck! \n\nIf it is accompanied by any burning,itching or pain,you should go in to see a gynecologist. You may have a bladder or kidney infection also.\n\nToo many things it could be with just that description. My best suggestion to you would to see a doctor anyway,just to rule out any concerns you may have.
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You could just be freaking out.. but also she could have had a yeast infection (which is a common bacterial infection). Woemn get this when their PH balance gets out of whack, and can be caused by diet, stress, tight fitting panties or jeans, not washing well, or it can be caused by using antibiotics to clear up other types of infections like for bronchitis or bladder infections.   If it continues or new symptoms emerge such as itching, pain when urinating, discharge from your penis, foul smelling urine etc.... you should see a doctor because although women can buy over the counter medication for this, I've never seen anything for men and you need to get some antibiotic, I think the antibiotic is called diflucan but Im not sure.  This will NOT go away on its own.
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Hi, Jo here, I'm a nurse...and a woman...and by the sounds of things You do have a UTI {urinary tract infection). The sooner you treat it the better or it can travel up to your kidneys requiring antibiotics and few days in bed. Go to the Chemist and buy a urinary alkalaniser-explain your symptoms to the chemist. In Australia its about $8 for a pack of 20. They work quickly, theu're great as long as it hasn't been too long since your symptoms started.See your doc if your not better tonight!let me know how YOu go!
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A urinary tract infection (UTI) just means you have an infection somewhere in the system, from the kidneys, to the bladder,to the urethra leading out.  You could have gotten it from wiping the wrong direction, back to front instead of front to back.   You may have no drunk enough water and held yourself long enough for the bacteria normally present in your urine to take hold.  The bacteria may have come from his hands or even yours- hard to tell.   It just means you have an infection, and loads of people get them every day, with or without the sex/hand job.  Just drink lots of fluids, water and cranberry juice blends are the best, and take your antibiotics as directed.  It will go away in a few days, and it's not a big deal.  Keep yourself clean, watch how you wipe, drink plenty of fluids and go when you need to go,and you will do just fine.
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yes he ABSOLUTELY could have had bacteria on his fingers. this happened to my friend. a uti is actually caused by bacteria being spread up to the urethra, which is commonly thought to happen only from sex, but fingers can spread bacteria just as well as a penis. make him wash those grubby paws next time, and pee within 30 minutes of having sex.
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bladder infection is one possibility, Drink plenty of cranberry juice. and try to make an dr. appointment. \ni hate to say it but u could be diabetic or pregnant also.
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The same thing has happen to me.. a man im seeing gave me chylmidia he didnt know he had it.. his ex gave it to him.. u can go to local health dept. to a std clinic.. and its free and private I think u may have chlamidia it has same symptoms as uti's.. are u bleeding or spottin between your periods? are your periods heavier then norm.? If you find out u have chylmidia.. its a one time treatment.. 4 250mg of zithromax... and your usually given 1 tablet of cipro 500mg for gonorhea because it goes hand in hand with chlymidia.. there in the same bacterial family. chlymdia is a bacterial infection.. one dose of the zithromax will cure u.. and no sex for seven days..as for your partner.. he needs the same thing.. 4 250mg of zithromax given one time.. just tell him u didnt know u had it.. usually symptoms of any std come on between 4 and 10 days of exposure.. so.. u may want to consider that if u have this.. he may have infected u.
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First of all, your symptoms sound much more severe than a those associated with UTI (urinary tract infection).  Go see a doctor.  In the future, these things can help prevent UTIs: urinating after intercourse and drinking a little cranberry juice every other day or so.  Both things help flush the infectious bacteria out of your system.  Good luck.