🚨 The Truth About “Toilet Infection” 🚨 Many people blame toilets for symptoms like discharge, itching, ulcers, or painful urination, but here’s what these signs really mean: ✅ Discharge (Unusual vaginal or penile discharge) – Could be a sign of STIs like gonorrhea or chlamydia, bacterial vaginosis (BV), or a yeast infection. These happen due to unprotected sex, bacterial imbalances, or poor hygiene—not toilet seats! ✅ Itching (Genital or urinary itching) – Often caused by yeast infections, STIs (like trichomoniasis), allergies to soaps or detergents, or even tight clothing—not from sitting on a toilet. ✅ Penile Ulcers or Sores – Usually due to STIs like herpes or syphilis, poor hygiene, or skin conditions like lichen planus—not a toilet seat. ✅ Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) – Caused by bacteria (often E. coli) from improper wiping, holding urine for too long, or dehydration, NOT from a toilet seat. So, what should you do? • See a doctor if you have symptoms—self-medication won’t fix the real problem. • Practice safe sex to avoid STIs. • Stay hydrated & maintain good hygiene to prevent UTIs. • Stop blaming toilets! They don’t cause infections.