# Why Women Are Advised to Urinate After Sex

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- Source language: English
- Duration: 1:06
- Published: 2026-09-08
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## Transcript

[0:00](https://www.translate.mom/transcript/9PBfDSIqFPsp/en/why-women-are-advised-to-urinate-after-sex) Why should you always urinate after having sex?

[0:03](https://www.translate.mom/transcript/9PBfDSIqFPsp/en/why-women-are-advised-to-urinate-after-sex?t=3) Women should urinate after intercourse. It is a medical recommendation. And today, we will tell you what can happen if you don't. Send this information to your friends' WhatsApp group so they know you care about them.

[0:16](https://www.translate.mom/transcript/9PBfDSIqFPsp/en/why-women-are-advised-to-urinate-after-sex?t=16) During intercourse, friction can drag bacteria into the urethra.

[0:20](https://www.translate.mom/transcript/9PBfDSIqFPsp/en/why-women-are-advised-to-urinate-after-sex?t=20) In women, this urethra measures only four centimeters, so bacteria can quickly reach the bladder and cause a urinary infection. How can you prevent it? Very simple.

[0:31](https://www.translate.mom/transcript/9PBfDSIqFPsp/en/why-women-are-advised-to-urinate-after-sex?t=31) Urinate within the first fifteen minutes after having sex.

[0:35](https://www.translate.mom/transcript/9PBfDSIqFPsp/en/why-women-are-advised-to-urinate-after-sex?t=35) The flow of urine flushes the bacteria out before they cause problems.

[0:39](https://www.translate.mom/transcript/9PBfDSIqFPsp/en/why-women-are-advised-to-urinate-after-sex?t=39) Stay hydrated throughout the day. And when you clean yourself, always do it from front to back.

[0:45](https://www.translate.mom/transcript/9PBfDSIqFPsp/en/why-women-are-advised-to-urinate-after-sex?t=45) And when you have time, we have extra recommendations that also help. Wash the intimate area only with warm water, without scented soaps or vaginal douches.

[0:56](https://www.translate.mom/transcript/9PBfDSIqFPsp/en/why-women-are-advised-to-urinate-after-sex?t=56) Change your underwear before going to bed, preferably cotton, and avoid staying in damp or swe-