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After the throws of sex leaves us sweaty, exhausted, and relaxed, it may be counterintuitive to jump right up and tend to your hygiene–but it’s necessary.
The exchange of fluids during sex can leave us vulnerable to a range of infections that can be prevented if we take certain precautions.
One habit not to skip is immediately peeing after sex. It can feel like a buzz kill to run to the bathroom instead of lounging in the after glow of sex, but you could end up getting a UTI if you don’t empty your bladder.
“It is a good idea to empty your bladder after sex, because the activity is known to help bacteria transfer from back to front, from the anal area to the vaginal/urethra. Using the bathroom flushes out the area, lowering the risk of infection,” Dr. Carolyn DeLucia, an OB-GYN and adviser to Remedy Review explained, according to Insider.
Experts suggest that taking a bath or shower is also a good idea, as long as the shower isn’t too hot. Soaking in a bathtub, however, could be a no, no.
Insider spoke to a gynecologist who said sitting in a bathtub could “reduce the efficiency of your skin’s antimicrobial barrier,” which could put you at risk for an infection.
Here are some other things to avoid after your post-coital sesh:
