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Urinary Tract Infection Vs Sexually Transmitted Infection

It may be difficult to know which of these two diseases you are suffering from without thorough diagnosis as they exhibit almost the same symptoms. While a UTI causes painful and burning sensation during urination, some sexually transmitted diseases (also known as STIs) such as gonorrhea and chlamydia may also cause painful and burning sensation during urination. in this article, we shall be examining the differences between UTI and STI.

What Is STI?

Although certain STIs can be transmitted by close touching or skin to skin contact, STIs are mainly transmitted via sexual contact, which includes oral, vaginal, and anal sex. They are brought on by viruses, bacteria, or parasites.

Symptoms of STI in men include:

Frequent or painful urination

Pain associated with bowel motions

Discharge or dripping of the penis

Itching or burning on or near the penis

Penis, anus, mouth sores

Pimples and blisters

Pelvic ache

Symptoms of STIs in women include:

Urinating causes burning or agony
Urinating more often
pain or itching in the vaginal
abnormal vaginal discharge, or odor, or bleeding
Painful sex
Pelvic discomfort
vaginal, vulva, anus, or mouth sores
pimples, or blisters

Note that some STIs do not show any symptoms and therefore the carrier may detect it late.

What is UTI?

Urinary tract infection is an infection that affects the urinary system. It occurs when bacteria enter the urethra (the tube that transports urine from the bladder to the penis or vulva). This infection can affect anybody including children and they are not sexually transmitted.

Symptoms Of UTIs

The symptoms of UTI are always the same in men, women, or children. They include:

Burning or discomfort during urination
Stinking urine
Frequent urination
Blood in urine
Having the urge to urinate even when your bladder is empty
Cramping and pressure in the groin or abdomen

A urinary tract infection may sometimes spread from bladder to the kidney hence causing kidney infection. If this happens, the following symptoms may occur:

Vomiting and nausea
Chills and fever
Lower back, leg pain, and sides

The Difference Between STIs and UTIs

You can tell whether you have STI or UTI by observing your other symptoms apart from frequent, painful, and burning urination.

Discharge or skin changes such as blisters are more likely to occur due to STI

You may be suffering from UTI if you feel the urge to pee when your bladder is empty.

STI And UTI Diagnosis

A urine test (for UTIs and some STIs), swab analysis (for STIs), or blood test are required for proper diagnosis.

Complications

If STI or UTI are left untreated, it can cause several organ failures, infertility and among other complications, in rare cases, untreated UTI can lead to death due to sepsis.

How To Prevent UTI And STI

Drink plenty of water daily
Cranberry juice can also help prevent infections.
Take your personal hygiene and general cleanliness very serious
Avoid holding urine for long periods of time
Avoid using diaphragms and non lubricated spermicidal condoms for birth control
Ensure your toilet is clean. If possible, avoid using public toilets

Treatment For UTI and STI

Both infections require medical treatment. Your doctor is most likely to prescribe antibiotics for the treatment.

Some herbal medications can also be used in treating STI and UTI

Fekomi Herbal Products For UTIs and STIs

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