Public Toilets Do Not Cause Urinary Tract Infections, Doctors Say
Summary
Doctors say public toilets do not cause urinary tract infections by themselves, and there is no research proving that sitting on a toilet seat leads to UTI. They recommend drinking enough water and not holding urine for too long to reduce the risk of infection.
Key Points
- Doctors say public toilets themselves do not cause urinary tract infections.
- There is no research showing UTI comes from sitting on a public toilet seat.
- Not drinking enough water and holding urine for too long can raise the risk of infection.
- Doctors advise staying hydrated and using the toilet as soon as the urge comes.
