Radiologist explains why some men should urinate sitting down: 'The chance of infection decreases'

Urinating while sitting, an uncommon practice among men, has begun to gain traction as a potential preventive medical recommendation. This was explained by radiologist Dr. José Manuel Felices in a video posted on his TikTok channel, where he discussed the benefits this position can have on men's urological health .

According to the specialist, this method of urination not only promotes better bladder emptying, but also helps reduce the risk of infection and improves household hygiene .

In his video, Dr. Felices pointed out that urinating while sitting allows for more efficient urine evacuation , which translates into concrete benefits for urinary tract health.

“For your health, doing it sitting down means you empty your bladder more easily. The bladder holds less urine, and therefore, it takes longer to urinate again. Plus, there's less recirculated fluid, and therefore, the chance of infection decreases ,” he explained.

Residual urine in the bladder can become a risk factor for various conditions, especially in men who have an enlarged prostate or difficulty urinating normally.

The sitting position helps relax the pelvic floor and allows for more complete emptying, which can help prevent urinary tract infections or other complications.

Beyond the medical benefits, the specialist also highlighted the hygienic aspects associated with this practice. He noted that urinating standing up often causes splashes that reach surfaces and objects in the bathroom .

"It's clearly more hygienic. When you urinate standing up, the drops bounce off and can hit nearby towels and objects up to a meter and a half away," he noted.

Some studies have shown that particles can reach up to a meter and a half away, posing a problem for cleaning and maintaining hygiene in the bathroom at home. In this sense, adopting a sitting position can also be an act of consideration for the shared environment.

Dr. Felices made an important distinction by pointing out that, only in certain contexts, urinating standing up may be more appropriate.

"The only place I would choose to urinate standing up is in busy, dirty public restrooms," he noted, as these are a breeding ground for viruses and bacteria.

Finally, Felices addressed the cultural dimension surrounding this habit. For generations, urinating standing up has been a behavior associated with masculinity, internalized from childhood as a differentiating trait between men and women. This view, according to the radiologist, could hinder the adoption of a practice that, despite its benefits, can be perceived by some as a threat to their identity.

"If any masculinity is hurt by doing this, it should be examined," Felices concluded, emphasizing that disease prevention should take precedence over any prejudice or symbolic construction linked to gender.

*This content was written with the assistance of artificial intelligence, based on publicly available information released to media outlets. It was also reviewed by the journalist and an editor.