WHY SHOULDN’T YOU URINATE IN THE SHOWER?

Urinating in the shower may seem like an innocent act, and for some, even convenient. But this practice can have consequences that go beyond what you might imagine.

So why you should avoid urinating in the shower, as well as the implications of doing so, from health problems to hygiene issues and social behavior.

1. Personal hygiene is key

One of the most fundamental reasons not to urinate in the shower is hygiene; although water and soap are used to clean our body, urinating in a space designed for cleaning can be counterproductive.

Urine contains substances that, although sterile when leaving the body, can become a breeding ground for bacteria once exposed to air and the humid environment of the shower, creating an environment prone to infections.

– Bacteria and fungi

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