I'm dating the first guy I've ever fully trusted and really liked. He knows about my IC and is supportive. We've only been dating a few months, but we've known each other for several years. I've never had sex before, but I am thinking that it might happen with this guy.
Here's my concern: I usually flare up even just from arousal. I'm not sure what's going to happen with intercourse. When I flare up, I experience retention, and I usually have to catheterize myself.
I've heard that after sex you should pee right away to flush out any bacteria and avoid UTIs. What can I do to prevent UTIs if I have to cath after sex? Won't the catheter just push the bacteria in more and increase the likelihood of a UTI?
Here's my concern: I usually flare up even just from arousal. I'm not sure what's going to happen with intercourse. When I flare up, I experience retention, and I usually have to catheterize myself.
I've heard that after sex you should pee right away to flush out any bacteria and avoid UTIs. What can I do to prevent UTIs if I have to cath after sex? Won't the catheter just push the bacteria in more and increase the likelihood of a UTI?
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