Recurring urinary urgency after sex, negative tests, what could it be?
Good evening, I’m writing this in a moment of frustration.
For over a year now, I haven’t been able to have intercourse without experiencing urinary urgency within 48 hours. There is only mild burning and no other symptoms. My doctor has repeatedly prescribed antibiotics, without ever ordering a urine culture.
The last time, before taking antibiotics again, I had a urine culture done and it came back negative. Within 2–3 days, just by waiting, the symptoms resolved on their own.
After that, my doctor recommended several supplements, which I’ve been taking. My gynecologist also suggested additional supplements, and I’m currently taking those as well.
After a couple of symptom-free weeks, the issue came back again following intercourse, and right now I feel particularly discouraged. Both dipstick tests and urine cultures are negative.
I’m posting here because I feel like my concerns haven’t been taken seriously, especially by my gynecologist, who after suggesting supplements basically told me “you just have to live with it, it’s normal for women.”
Some extra details that might help:
- My partner also had a urine culture, which was negative. We always have protected sex using non-latex condoms;
- We use a water-based lubricant without glycerin;
- We follow proper hygiene and urinate before and after intercourse;
- Unfortunately, I’ve developed a bit of anxiety around this, which sometimes leads to pain during sex even with plenty of lubricant. We try to take it slow, btw
- I regularly take D-mannose before and after intercourse.
At this point I really don’t know what else to try, and I’m feeling quite discouraged. Thank you for any advice.
Oh, and sorry for my english. Not my first language.