Often, they happen because bacteria entered the urethra the tube that pee comes out of. STDs can cause symptoms similar to those of a UTI, such as burning, vaginal discharge , belly pain, and irregular bleeding. Many times, though, STDs have few symptoms, which is why it is important for anyone who has had sex to be tested at least once a year. And always use condoms with any type of sex to help prevent STDs.
In any case, the best thing to do is get checked out ASAP by a health care provider who can look for the reason you're having symptoms. It's really important to get the right diagnosis and treatment! Cystitis is usually caused by bacteria reaching the bladder, irritating the bladder lining and causing an infection.
This is more common in people with a vagina because they have a shorter urethra, which makes it easier for bacteria to reach the bladder. You can be tested and treated for cystitis at your nearest GP surgery or at GUM or sexual health clinics.
Find your nearest clinic using our find a service tool. Brook services do not offer testing or treatment for cystitis but if we think you may have cystitis, we will always do our best to advise you on where you can go for further help. Cystitis can generally be diagnosed by describing your symptoms to but in some cases, your GP may also test your wee to look for bacteria.
If it is mild, cystitis can be easily treated at home and should pass within a few days. If it is a more serious case, a short course of antibiotics may be prescribed but if you keep on getting it recurring cystitis then you may be given a longer course of antibiotics. Registered Charity in England and Wales, number Registered Charity in Scotland, number SC Privacy Policy. Search for:. Stay in the know Join our mailing list to get regular email updates and info on what we're up to!
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Home STIs Cystitis. Symptoms of cystitis include: A desperate and frequent need to wee but only passing small amounts Pain, burning or stinging when you wee Pain in directly above your pubic area, lower back or abdomen Wee that is dark, cloudy or smelly Traces of blood when you wee Feeling unwell, weak or feverish hot and cold The symptoms of cystitis in people with a penis can be caused by other conditions so should see their GP if they notice symptoms.
This bacterial infection is usually as a result of: Not emptying your bladder properly this often happens during pregnancy. Bacteria being transferred from the anus to the urethra which can happen during sex, inserting tampons, using a diaphragm or not wiping front to back when using the toilet. Damage or irritation of the urethra which can be caused by sex, perfumed soap or talcum powder and kidney infections. Thrush and STIs such as gonorrhoea or chlamydia.
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Cookie Settings Accept All Read more. Manage consent. Close Cookie Settings This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Cystitis is inflammation of the lining of the bladder as a result of infection, irritation or damage. It can affect women and men, but is much more common in women. This is because women have a shorter urethra the tube that goes from the bladder out of the body and its opening is located nearer the anus, which means that infection can occur more easily.
Cystitis is more common in pregnant women, sexually active women and women after the menopause, but it can occur at any age.
Many women have at least one attack of cystitis in their lives, some women have frequent attacks. The first time you have cystitis you should see your GP for advice. If you go on to have cystitis more than three times in one year, you should see your GP again. Children and men should always see their GP if they have cystitis. Cystitis is common in women, but it is less common and a potentially more serious condition for men. For men the cause can be an underlying bladder or prostate infection, an obstruction or tumour, or an enlarged prostate.
Untreated bladder infections can cause kidney or prostate infections and damage. Sexually active gay men are more likely to get cystitis than other males. Cystitis can also affect children. Their symptoms may include weakness, irritability, reduced appetite, vomiting, and pain when passing urine. Bacterial infection is the most common cause of cystitis.
Bacterial infection of the bladder may be caused by:. Not emptying the bladder fully, this can cause bacteria to multiply, leaving bacteria a cause of cystitis in the bladder. This is especially common in pregnant women because of the pressure on the pelvic area. Bacteria being pushed into the urethra in women, this can happen when you insert a tampon or when you are having sex.
Spreading germs from your anus to your urethra when you go to the toilet in women, this can happen if you wipe from back to front rather than front to back.
An enlarged prostate gland in men, which can cause a blockage and bladder infections, this is because the prostate prevents the bladder from completely emptying. In menopausal women, the lining of the urethra and the bladder become thinned due to a lack of the hormone oestrogen.
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