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Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health issue affecting millions of people worldwide. One common misconception about UTIs is that they can be contracted from toilet seats. The concern is higher when it comes to women, especially if they are using public toilets. In this article, we explore the various causes and symptoms of UTI (Urinary Tract Infection) in both men and women and if they can get it from toilet seats. To help us understand it better, we have Dr Tejal Deshmukh, Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Manipal Hospital, Baner-Pune, with us. Scroll down to know everything about UTI. Is it possible to get UTI from toilet seats? Although there are many factors of getting UTIs, it is highly unlikely to get UTI by merely sitting on the toilet seat. "We cannot catch a UTI from a toilet since the urethra does not come into contact with the seat. We are secure from certain infections as long as the urethra does not come into touch with the seat. Bacteria do not usu...

Infertility is a global problem. However, in reality, 40% of infertility is due to male factors, 40% due to female factors, and 20% due to both. Causes of female infertility by Dr Shobha Gupta, Medical Director and Infertility Specialist from Mother's Lap IVF Centre, New Delhi: Endometriosis is primarily found in young women aged 25 and 40. Endometriosis occurs when the endometrium, which usually lines the inside of the womb, is found instead on the outside, most commonly on the ovaries and the top of the vagina. This induces a chronic inflammatory reaction that causes internal scarring, pelvic pain, painful periods, painful intercourse, and infertility. Fibroids: Fibroids are common in women. Most of the time, fibroids present as numerous tumours and do not produce symptoms or need treatment. Still, in rare instances, they may be cancerous (about 1 in 1,000 removed fibroids in women in their reproductive years show signs of cancer). Thyroid: According to the Indian Thyroid Societ...