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The urethral opening on women’s bodies in right in the middle of all the juicy business that happens during sex. According to Sheri Winston in her book, Women’s Anatomy of Arousal, the more aroused we are, the more the erectile tissue around the urethra expands, thus closing up the urethral opening and protecting it from bacteria entering.
Nonetheless, many of us still struggle with bacteria entering the urethra which can lead to infection. And for many of us, getting off the cycle of antibiotics as a solution is a priority. I try my best to avoid taking prescription anti-biotics. It seems to me that it makes things worse over time by throwing off my bacteria balance (in my stomach and urinary tract). I also have the sense that it makes my body even more inclined towards future infections. I worry about the degradation of my good bacteria through the overuse of antibiotics as well as the reliance on an outside treatment rather than encouraging my body to figure out how to overcome this recurring problem.
Unfortunately so many women feel so anxious by the whole process, in part because there’s so little information available about DIY or at home treatment protocols. Additionally, I believe that many male doctors don’t understand the ongoing suffering and don’t know how to offer empowering alternatives.
Preventing and treating bacteria in the urethra at home is definitely a worth endeavor. As with everything, use your own judgement. Heads up….this is not medical advice. Just trying to empower women with a little supplemental, at-home, preventative knowledge. Use your common sense and innate body knowledge. And if it gets severe, see a doctor.
I’ve written this protocol down for friends so many times that I’ve made it available publicly. This article primarily focuses on solutions for cis-women who are having sex with male-bodied people although it can also apply to cis-women having sex with anyone or anything.
I’ve come to realize that saliva, mine or my intimate partner’s is the worse possible culprit for that tingly feeling that comes with bacteria in my urethra and urinary tract. Sex without the saliva is not usually a trigger for me but as soon as saliva gets into the picture, the reaction is almost immediate. Recently, I’ve been willing to forgo oral sex so that I can enjoy all the other kinds of sex with less anxiety and less risk of infection. One thing to try is to have your partner swish around some MMS in their mouth before oral sex which will reduce the bacteria count. Also, make sure to have accessible, fun, and easy to use lube around so that you are not tempted to use saliva in your genital region. The best lube for this is ozonated coconut oil (if you wan to use this company, you can use the code RECLAIM to get 15% off your order of $25 or more) which has an oxidizing effect and therefore helps with bacterial overgrowth.
This may or may not be an issue for you. It’s worth spending some time considering what might be your specific triggers. Keep track in your mind or in a journal and consider adjusting your practices to minimize the risk of a UTI.
The earlier you can detect an imbalance in the urethra, the better. My early warning signs are a tingling up the inside of my leg and a slight pain sensation in the inner heal, just under the ankle bone. These spots correspond with the meridians associated with the bladder. As soon as I feel these sensations I go into action. UTI’s are soooo much easier to kick out early on. Other early warning signs including an unpleasant sensation in the urethra, burning feeling when you pee, or cloudy urine. Get good at noticing very subtle symptoms. Do not ignore then. If you jump right on these steps, you could avoid more serious steps later.
If you can set up these protocols with your sex partner way ahead of time and get into the habit and practice of them, it won’t take away the in-the-moment spontaneity and fun. These practices can become things you do for self and other care. Do as many of these as you feel comfortable with and see if it changes anything.
Most people don’t think to treat a UTI on the outside. But from my perspective that’s the best place to treat it. That’s where it begins and that’s where I try to nip it in the bud. I believe this is the most important approach to preventing a UTI.
According to Chinese medicine, chronic urinary tract irritations are a sign of low vitality and overall “kidney” deficiencies. Since kidney energy is the source of our wellbeing, sexual vitality, and longevity, framed in this way, if we have chronic urinary infections it might be pointing to a deeper issue of deficiency. Acupuncture treatments can be very effective at preventing UTI’s as well as reversing them. It’s a powerful remedy. If you have chronic infections consider a series of acupuncture sessions to build strength in this area of the body. If you find a community acupuncture clinic near you, this can be an affordable way towards reproductive wellness.
This is a very easy and cheap experiment. Here’s the logic: UTI’s come from irritation and bacteria externally on the urethra, right? Well why not protect and heal the urethra externally, right? I’ve tried all kinds of things on the urethra but most of them either sting, irritate, or don’t work. What I discovered is that if I put a bit of clay powder (I like this one but I’m sure any good-quality, pure, dry clay will do), it absorbs moisture, protects the urethra from more bacteria (because it has anti-bacterial properties) and sort of “seals” and sooths the area with its magical properties. Voilà – all sorts of solutions in one simple package.
There are two ways to apply the clay. 1. Lay back on the bed, spread open the labia and drop ½ teaspoon right on the urethra. Close the legs and the moisture and closure keeps it in there. 2. Put a little mound of clay on the tip of the finger, spread the labia with the other hand, and try to hit a bulls eye on the urethra. You’ve got to know where the urethra is though. It’s right above the vaginal opening and below the clit. Feel around with some clay on your finger and you’ll find it. It’s the most sensitive thing down there. And if it’s infected, you’ll doubly know. Or look at some pictures or in a hand mirror.
This is the best product on the market in my opinion. From my understanding it takes weeks to infuse ozone into oil. I have a water ozonator and love it but I purchase my oils from PurO3 because they make such a good product. They use organic oil, they are made in the US, they package in glass (no plastic BPA’s), they are fully saturated with ozone, and they are frozen to keep their potency. They are expensive but worth it. Click here and use the code RECLAIM to get 15% off your order of $25 or more. Their coconut oils come in unscented, lavender, and vanilla. The essential oil of lavender may actually add additional anti-bacterial components, which is always good in this context. If you experiment with other oils – hemp, jojoba, castor, please drop a comment and tell us how you like them. To read about more benefits of ozonated oil, here’s an article.
MMS is currently extremely controversial. Take this information if you desire. Do your own research. I have personally found MMS to be a miracle. I cured myself of Lyme disease using this and now I experiment with it a bunch. Be mindful as it is very harsh. Please do your research to learn more about it. I buy here but there are lots of options. Look around online. There is no affiliate link with this because it’s super cheap and more of the “people’s medicine.” In order to avoid persecution the folks who sell it are all churches and the MMS is their sacrament. You’ll need to register before buying and pay a membership fee. Worth it.
Bladder Infection, honeymoon cystitis, Sex related infections, Urethra, Urinary Tract Infections, UTI, UTI's
Katy
Thank you, thank you!! I am at my wits end trying to be patient, deal with this painful and recurrent condition naturally and figure out what works for my body… these tips are SO helpful. I will try the clay thing. Sounds interesting.
Katy
PS – What is your take on vitamin C and urine acidity vs alkalinity? I’ve read articles that recommend Vitamin C to acidify urine, but I thought excess acidity was one of the culprits in creating these infections. Wouldn’t the goal be to neutralize or alkalinize the body? I’ve heard citrus (like lemon water) is an alkalizer. But it contains vitamin C and seems to be acidic, so I am just confused. What do you think?
admin
I am now using baking soda to alkalinize and it’s doing wonders. No more burning urination or cloudy urine. In terms of vitamin C, I think whether it is acid or alkaline depends on the type (synthetic or food-based).
amanda
How long do you leave the clay on the urethra?
admin
reply it all the time until the infection goes away. anytime you wash or pee dry the area and apply the clay.
admin
I have an update about taking baking soda internally. Don’t do it. It decreases the stomach acid and that’s the last thing we all need.
Theresa Lajoie
Take a bath with it instead
Kelly
Interested in the clay. The link no longer works, can you tell me what kind of clay it is that you ise? I was thinking of doing the same with coconut oil, how I found your site. I have some bentonite clay so was thinking of using that.
admin
It’s updated. California Earth Minerals Terramin Clay.
https://www.californiaearthminerals.com/terramin.html
Danielle
Try apple cider vinegar. Also drink alkaline water and don’t eat tomatoes. I find the lemon bothers me a bit too. Dr. Schulzes has a kidney bladder stuff called “K-B” 100 % all natural. Has parsley root, horsetail root, corn silk, juniper berry, and Uva ursi leaf ,burdock root, and corn silk. It’s basically a diuretic.
frieda k
As a chronic UTI sufferer, I was desperate for a solution. I’ve been using the Lady Soma cranberry pills for not too long, but can already feel the difference. They DO NOT aggravate the stomach, as some people have said about cranberries. I do feel a slight difference in regards to stomach, though, but I can’t say if it’s these supplements or something else. But please don’t let that deter you – the Lady Soma Cranberry pills are an absolute godsend. I recommend them full-heartedly. I will be taking these on a daily basis for a very very very long time.
admin
I’ve heard mixed things about cranberry and that it can be counterproductive. If it works for you great. Has never worked for me.
Connie
I have had this problem for over 40 years. What type of clay do you use.
admin
Any clay will do. Bentonite or anything you can get in bulk at the health food store. Super inexpensive. I use this one: https://www.californiaearthminerals.com/terramin.html
Connie
What type of clay do you use?
admin
California Earth Minerals Terramin Clay.
https://www.californiaearthminerals.com/terramin.html
Jimena
Hi! Which clay do you use?? I cannot open your link, and I really want to try some.
admin
California Earth Minerals Terramin Clay.
https://www.californiaearthminerals.com/terramin.html
Erika
Are you supposed to rinse the clay out after a certain amount of time?
admin
I leave it on for 4-8 hours or overnight. It naturally gets washed out when peeing and if you have an acute infection then washing regularly is a good idea anyway. Make sure to dry thoroughly and reapply after peeing or washing as needed.