In the bustling streets of Delhi, Meera, a 28-year-old marketing professional, finds herself dreading the office restroom. "I avoid using public toilets," she admits, "the lack of privacy and cleanliness makes me anxious." Meera's experience is not unique; many women in urban India face similar challenges, leading to significant health consequences.

THE BLADDER ISN'T A STORAGE TANK

The human bladder is designed to store urine temporarily and signal the brain when it's time to empty. However, habitual urine retention often due to anxiety about using public restrooms, can disrupt this system. Dr. Rakesh Bhatiya, a senior consultant urologist, Hyderabad, warns, "Holding it in is harmful to urological health. It supports the growth of bacteria, which can cause UTIs that spread to the kidneys

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