"Don’t All Women Do 'This' in the Shower?"... Experts Warn Against Surprising Claims [Health Talk]

[The Financial News] A recent online post claiming that some people urinate or even defecate while showering has sparked outrage among internet users. Experts have now warned that such behavior may be harmful not only to bathroom hygiene but also to personal health.
Recently, a post titled "Doesn’t everyone urinate or have diarrhea in the shower?" appeared on an online community.
The author, referred to as A, wrote, "Everything gets washed away with water, so it’s clean. But when I told my husband, his expression turned serious."
She continued, "All women do this," to which her husband replied, "Is that really true?"
She then asked, "Don’t most women do this in the shower?" seeking agreement from others.
Readers who saw the story responded with comments such as, "That’s just you," "That’s disgusting," "Urinating is one thing, but why diarrhea?" and "Would you want to shower where your husband had diarrhea?"
Meanwhile, Kelly Brook, a model and TV personality appearing on the British show "I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!", also sparked controversy when she asked while using a jungle shower facility, "I pee in the shower—doesn’t everyone?"

Medically, urinating in the shower is not highly dangerous, but for those with urinary tract infections, bacteria could enter wounds, so caution is advised.
Dr. Teresa Irwin, a urologist in the United States, stated on her Social Networking Service (SNS) account in May that people should avoid the habit of urinating in the shower, which about 60% to 80% of the population reportedly practice.
She explained, "If you frequently urinate in the shower, your brain may start associating the sound of running water with the urge to urinate. As a result, even hearing water while washing your hands or doing the dishes could trigger the need to pee."
She further warned, "This can affect bladder control and may lead to overactive bladder."
Women may be at even greater risk than men. Standing to urinate puts strain on the pelvic floor muscles, which can prevent the bladder from emptying completely. This may result in involuntary urination or incontinence. Other risks include urinary retention, urinary tract infections, and in severe cases, kidney failure.
There is also a risk of skin infection. While urine from healthy individuals is generally sterile, bacteria in the urine of those with urinary tract infections or cystitis can cause infection if it comes into contact with skin wounds.
moon@fnnews.com Moon Young-jin Reporter