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Hello, when going to the restroom at home my outer vaginal area touched the toilet seat. should i be concerned of getting a uti?
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No. This never happens. UTIs are caused by the body's own bacteria.
Answered 10/4/2023
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No. body, even the area mentioned does not contract infection that way
Answered 10/4/2023
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