STD vs UTI: How To Tell One From The Other.
If you're confused about your symptoms and whether they might be indicative of a UTI or STD, this breakdown can help. When it comes to your sex life, there are a lot of acronyms out there — the fun ones, such as DTF or DTR are just as confusing to keep up with as the more serious likes of UTI, STI, and STD. While no one really likes to talk about the latter three, it's sexually and medically important (and responsible!) to know the differences between them, so you can recognize the symptoms and seek proper treatment if and when you need it. Here's the difference between UTIs and STIs, how to tell if it's a UTI vs STD/STI depending on your symptoms, and what to do about it. What Is a UTI? A UTI, or urinary tract infection, is an infection that affects any part of the urinary system, which includes the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra. The majority of UTIs are caused by bacteria, most commonly Escherichia coli (E. coli), although other bacteria and, in some case...