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Is it normal to poop in the shower?

Unusual.Less common, but harmless

It’s not a common habit, though a one-off accident can happen. Pooping in the shower isn’t hygienic, so clean and disinfect the area if it happens.

If you mean doing it on purpose, that’s less common than using the toilet—and it can leave germs behind or cause a drain problem. If it was an accident because you suddenly had to go, well, bodies don’t always respect the bathroom schedule.

If it happens, get any solid waste into the toilet and clean and disinfect the shower thoroughly. Repeated accidents or trouble controlling your bowel movements are worth getting checked out.

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