To answer the question is somewhat difficult being that these two illnesses are completely different. One is a urinary tract infection which is caused by a bacteria getting into the urinary system and has nothing to do with an STD (sexually transmitted disease). So to answer your question I will offer three different answers. 1) No, urinary tract infections are not contagious and are very common in women. 2) No, a urinary tract infection can not cause an STD. 3) One must have an STD in order to give another an STD; which again has nothing to do with a urinary tract infection. Anyone can get a urinary tract infection and it has nothing to do with intercourse; even animals can get these infections.
Hope this helps and take care, Jupiter's Dawn
The ease of getting urinary tract infections has nothing to do with sexual orientation.
In women, GBS can cause vaginitis and urinary tract infections.
It helps to prevent contraction of Urinary Tract Infections
Some women get more urinary tract infections if they use a diaphragm
Although most GBS carriers have no symptoms, GBS in pregnant women may cause bladder or urinary tract infections; infection of the womb; and stillbirth.
Hormonal changes during pregnancy make women more susceptible to urinary tract infections. They are harmful if left untreated, which is normally done with antibiotics.
Yes, urinary tract infections are related to menopause. It seems that menopausal women are more at risk of recurrent UTI's due to a change in the pH of the vagina.
Women should wipe themselves from front to back after using the toilet. This helps prevent the spread of bacteria from the anal area to the urinary tract, reducing the risk of urinary tract infections.
Urinary tract infections are infections that affect any part of the urinary tract, though they most often start in the urethra and bladder before affecting the kidneys. In the bladder or urethra, urinary tract infections are not particularly dangerous. However, they can easily spread to the kidneys, causing serious complications. The symptoms of urinary tract infection differ depending on which part of the urinary tract is affected. Lower urinary tract infections often cause a burning sensation and/or pain when urinating. They can also cause discolored urine from presence of blood, pelvic pain, rectal pain, frequent urination, passing small amounts of urine despite urgency and cloudy urine. Kidney infections, which happen when a bladder or urethra infection spread to the kidneys, produce more severe symptoms. They can include fever, nausea, vomiting and back pain. Painful, burning and frequent urination are often still present as well. It is recommended for people experiencing urinary tract infections to see a doctor for an antibiotic. This is because many urinary tract infections will not go away on their own and can worsen with time. The doctor will typically prescribe an antibiotic and possibly a urinary pain reliever. In the event that a kidney infection has occurred, intravenous treatment may be necessary. Sometimes hospitalization is even necessary, depending on the extent of the infection. Home treatment is not recommended for urinary tract infections. However, there are some things an individual can do to help the medicine along and relieve their discomfort during the infection. Drinking plenty of fluids is the best ways to help the body get rid of an infection in the urinary tract. Water or sugar-free juice is best. A hot pad on the lower abdomen can help relieve bladder discomfort. Lastly, wearing loose, clean clothing and showering daily can help as well. The cause of urinary tract infections is bacteria making its way into the urinary tract. These bacteria may flush out on their own or go away before they even begin to multiply. However, they can also take root and multiply quickly. The most common bacterial cause of urinary tract infections is E. coli. Women are more likely to be infected through intercourse and because of the proximity of the anus to the urethra.
Urinary tract infections are quite common, especially in young women. Drinking cranberry juice is one of many ways to help a urinary tract infection. Speaking to a doctor about medical issues is always the best idea.
Women's urethras are shorter, which makes it easier for bacteria to make it's way into the body and cause infections. Women's urethras are also located closer to their rectums which makes it easier for bacteria to travel to the urethra and gain entry into the body.
Treatment of urinary tract infections is the same for women on Depo Provera as for women who are not using this birth control method. See your health care provider for appropriate diagnosis and treatment.