For many people, peeing in the shower feels like a harmless, even efficient habit. After all, it saves time, conserves toilet water, and everything goes down the same drain anyway—so what’s the harm? But for women in particular, this routine can come with some health risks that aren’t often talked about. One of the biggest concerns is cystitis, a common urinary tract infection (UTI) caused when bacteria enter the bladder. Nearly 20% of women experience cystitis at least once in their lives, and for some, it becomes a recurring issue.
