I am slightly allergic to cats, but no real reaction. September 21, 2009 | medhelp.org. All of the cold symptoms went away, but the mucus in the back of my throat is still there! ...I'm currently taking a nasal steroid and Singulair, but it doesn't seem to be helping.
The bacteria can travel up through the urethra, into the bladder, and in a worst-case scenario, up to the kidneys. Honeymoon cystitis is a term that refers to getting a urinary tract infection after having sex with a new partner.
Sexual intercourse may increase the risk of urinary tract infections in women. Kidney infection may be facilitated by the introduction of bacteria from outside (vagina) to the urinary system through the urethra. Pregnant women may also be at higher risk for developing urinary tract infections.