Do you need to urinate after squirting (the key to preventing urinary tract infections)

　　Squirting is a relatively special physiological phenomenon. While it brings people a pleasant experience, it may also have a certain impact on the urinary system. Urinary tract infection is a common and uncomfortable condition for patients disease , mastering the knowledge of whether we need to urinate after spraying can help us take better care of our bodies and prevent the occurrence of urinary tract infections. Let’s take a closer look.

Physiological mechanism of ejaculation

　　Definition of squirting: Squirting means that during sexual stimulation, female The glands around the urethra secrete fluid and excrete it from the urethra. These fluids come primarily from Skene's glands, which are associated with male The prostate has certain homology.

　　Liquid composition: The composition of the liquid discharged by squirting is different from urine. It contains substances such as prostate-specific antigen, but it may also be mixed with a small amount of urine.

The need to urinate after squirting

　　Flush the urethra: Urinating can flush the urethra. During ejaculation, the environment around the urethra may change, allowing bacteria to enter the urethra. Urinating promptly can flush out possible bacteria and reduce the risk of urinary tract infection.

　　Remove residual substances: Some secretions or other substances may remain in the urethra after ejaculation. Urinating helps to remove these residual substances from the body and keep the urethra clean.

Dangers of urinary tract infection

　　Symptoms: Common symptoms of urinary tract infection include frequent urination, urgency, and painful urination. In severe cases, hematuria, fever and other symptoms may also occur. These symptoms will bring great inconvenience to patients' daily life and affect their quality of life.

　　Complications: If urinary tract infection is not treated promptly and effectively, it may cause more serious complications, such as pyelonephritis, which can damage kidney function.

Other measures to prevent urinary tract infections

　　Pay attention to personal hygiene: Keeping the vulva clean is an important measure to prevent urinary tract infections. The vulva should be washed before and after sex to avoid bacterial growth.

　　Drink more water: Drinking more water can increase urine output, help continuously flush the urethra, and reduce the time bacteria stay in the urethra. It is generally recommended to drink 1500-2000 ml of water every day.

　　Choose the right underwear: You should choose cotton underwear with good breathability and avoid wearing tight chemical fiber underwear to keep the vulva dry.