What is the male version of BV?

While there's no male equivalent of BV, some men do acquire a male version of a yeast infection, called tinea cruris (or jock itch).

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While there's no male equivalent of BV, some men do acquire a male version of a yeast infection, called tinea cruris (or jock itch). Though it is possible to transmit a yeast infection from a female partner to a male partner, the chances are low and recent statistics show that uncomplicated cases of yeast infections are not usually acquired through sexual intercourse. In fact, the male version of a yeast infection, or jock itch, is usually acquired through actions or environments other than sex. Because of their different anatomy, men tend to get fungal infections externally, rather than internally. The treatment, however, is the same as with candidal vulvovaginitis: antifungal medication. In the case of jock itch, the medicine is usually administered as a cream, spray, or powder. In general, if somebody has a yeast infection, a practitioner won't use that as a reason to recommend not being intimate, as long as that person feels okay. If someone has a yeast infection and doesn't feel like having sex, that is, of course, totally legitimate and they should wait until they’re feeling better. All in all, there isn’t a significant enough risk of passing the infection back and forth from a female partner to a male partner, so the barometer for having sex has more to do with personal comfort than transmission. The same is true if a man has a fungal infection: it's not a reason to abstain from sex, though he might still choose to abstain because he’s not feeling great. Technically, it is possible to contract a yeast infection in the throat via oral sex, though this is rare. Generally, if condoms are not already a part of the routine, start using them if either partner has a known yeast infection. Though there is no risk of transmitting BV with heterosexual partners–and the risk of transmitting yeast infections is uncommon–the transmission of BV between female partners is more common, particularly if using sex toys. For example, if one partner has bacterial vaginosis and the sex toy being used is then transferred to the other partner without cleaning, that's one way that BV can pass back and forth.

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When should I see a doctor for smelly urine?

It's not necessary to see your GP about smelly urine unless you're concerned. This may be, for example, if you have other symptoms too. See your GP if: you have symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI), such as pain, presence of blood, or a burning sensation when urinating and a need to urinate often.

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Smelly urine

Healthy urine (pee) should be clear and straw-coloured, and with a mild smell. It's not necessary to see your GP about smelly urine unless you're concerned – for example, if you have other symptoms too (see below).

About urine (pee)

Below is some information about your urine (pee):

some people find that their urine smells stronger and is darker first thing in the morning (this is when it's more concentrated, or generally when they're dehydrated) certain food and drinks, including asparagus, beer, garlic and coffee, may temporarily give urine a stronger smell certain medicines and vitamin and mineral supplements can also alter the odour of urine – but never stop taking any medication without speaking to your GP first you may find the smell of your urine improves by drinking more fluids make sure you drink enough fluid so you're not thirsty for long periods, and steadily increase your fluid intake when exercising and during hot weather

When to see your GP

It's not necessary to see your GP about smelly urine unless you're concerned. This may be, for example, if you have other symptoms too.

See your GP if:

you have symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI), such as pain, presence of blood, or a burning sensation when urinating and a need to urinate often. This is the most likely cause of unexplained foul-smelling urine. you have diabetes and feel you're not managing it properly – urine can smell abnormally sweet in uncontrolled diabetes