Main Cause Of UTI: In today's modern era, the trend of western toilet has increased rapidly. Indian toilets have now been replaced by western toilets at places like home, office, mall and hospital. These toilets are considered convenient for those who have problems to knees or legs. But health experts say that using western toilets can increase the risk of health problems, especially UTI (urinary tract infection).

How does western toilet increase the risk of UTI?

Let us tell you that according to Dr. Nancy Nagpal, Consultant Gynecologist, women are more vulnerable to UTI due to using western toilet seats. Especially in public toilets where proper care is not taken for cleanliness. Direct contact with the toilet seat and the bacteria present on the seat can cause infection in the intimate area.

Causes and symptoms of UTI

Let us tell you that UTI is a type of infection which is mainly caused by E-coli bacteria. This bacteria reaches the bladder through the urethra. Its symptoms include frequent urination, burning sensation during urination, pain in the lower abdomen and foul-smelling urine. If not treated on time, it can cause serious health problems.

How to protect?

• When using a public toilet, clean the seat with a tissue.


• Close the seat lid and flush the toilet before and after using it.


• Wash hands thoroughly after using the toilet.


• Use Indian toilets more.


• Take care of the cleanliness of the intimate area.