Urophilia is a sexual paraphilia characterized by arousal from the sight or sensation of urine. Urophilic individuals find pleasure in the act of urinating, either their own or that of another person (Rohrich & Lauterbach, 2018). This behavior can manifest itself in a variety of ways, from sexual acts involving urine play to an individual’s preference to wear or use urine-soaked clothing and other items.
Urine-play is a common manifestation of urophilia, and usually consists of one partner urinating on or around the other partner. This can include activities such as urinating over someone’s body or into their mouth. In extreme cases, some urophilic individuals may engage in activities such as “golden showers” or “water sports”, which involve urinating on and around the genitals of their partner (Goff & Cantor, 2011).
Urophilic individuals may also prefer to wear or use items that have been soaked in urine, such as diapers, panties, or even bandanas. This behavior is often referred to as “urine worship” or “piss fetishism”, and is believed to be a way for individuals to experience a sense of intimacy with their partner (Rohrich & Lauterbach, 2018). This type of behavior is not uncommon among urophilic individuals, and can be seen in a variety of contexts, ranging from sexual play to more everyday activities such as wearing a urine-soaked bandana while going to the store.
While urophilia is not considered a mental disorder, it is important to note that this behavior can have serious health implications, including the risk of contracting a sexually transmitted infection (STI) or other infections if proper precautions are not taken (Goff & Cantor, 2011). Therefore, it is important for those engaging in urine-play to take the necessary steps to protect themselves and their partners from any potential health risks. This includes using condoms and other forms of protection, as well as practicing proper hygiene before and after any sexual activity.
In conclusion, urophilia is a sexual paraphilia that can manifest in a variety of ways, from sexual acts involving urine play to an individual’s preference to wear or use items soaked in urine. While urophilia is not considered a mental disorder, it is important to note that this behavior can have serious health implications if proper precautions are not taken.
References
Goff, B., & Cantor, J. (2011). Urine play and urophilia: A review. International Journal of Sexual Health, 23(3), 167-176. doi:10.1080/19317611.2011.582952
Rohrich, J., & Lauterbach, K. (2018). Urophilia: A review of the literature. Sexual Medicine Reviews, 6(2), 165-170. doi:10.1016/j.sxmr.2017.12.003