Customer question:
What can cause a burning sensation in the vagina after urination? Anonymous customer's question
Pharmacist's answer:
A burning sensation in the vagina after urinating is a sign of a urinary tract infection. A urinary tract infection occurs when bacteria colonize the kidneys, bladder, or urethra. The urethra is the tube that connects the bladder to the opening between the clitoris and the vagina so that urine can exit the body. Prompt treatment is key to relieving symptoms and preventing possible complications such as kidney infection.
When bacteria colonize the kidney area, they can cause the following list of symptoms:
- pain in the pelvis or abdomen
- frequent or painful urination
- a feeling of wanting to urinate, even when your bladder is empty
- turbid or reddish urine
If the infection spreads to the kidneys or bloodstream, the woman may also experience:
- nausea and vomiting
- fever or chills
- pain in the middle part of the back
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