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Q: Side effects of contraceptive inserts.

I used an insert and now my husbands penis burns when he urinates why?

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12/ 4/09 1:31pm

Don't know why this would happen. If you have the name of these inserts you can post back and we'll try to help, or you can do a search on the internet for their name and side effects.

 

Burning when urinating can be a sign of a sexually transmitted disease too. He may wish to see his doctor and be tested to rule those out.

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12/ 4/09 1:35pm

It's Encare Vaginal Inserts...I've used them in the past, but this time I don't know what happened, unless he's cheating.

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12/ 4/09 1:57pm

They can irritate you or him, in which case you should discontinue using them. Try using another birth control, like condoms for a while and see if the burning goes away. If not, he should see his doctor, be examined and tested, if necessary.

I wouldn't assume or suspect anything, other than the inserts are causing the problem. Try something else and see what happens. I wish you both well.

 

The following was taken from this site about your insert:

 

"During use of spermicides, either partner may feel burning, stinging, warmth, itching, or other irritation of the skin, sex organs, anus, or rectum. Using a weaker strength of vaginal spermicide or one with different ingredients may be necessary. If you are using benzalkonium chloride suppositories, it may help to wet them before they are inserted into the vagina. If any of these effects continue after you have changed products, you may have an allergy to these products or an infection, and should contact a doctor as soon as possible."

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By purpleheart— Last Modified: 10/22/10, First Published: 12/04/09