After a tiring day of work and study, everyone wants to go to the bathroom to clean and comfortable.Bathing helps to remove dirt, sweat and bacteria on the skin, keeping the body clean, reducing the risk of infection and skin diseases.In general, everyone should bathe often to make the body fragrant, improve daily confidence.
However, the bathroom is always wet, so it is easy to produce bacteria.If they do not clean the bathroom items daily, they will sprout and produce germs extremely fast.When used will directly affect the body and cause disease.One of those items is the shower.
One of the dirty items in the house is the shower.
The harmful effects of the dirty shower
Recently, a study by the University of Northwestern found that more than 600 viruses and bacteria found in dirty shower.They are so dangerous that there is potential to resist antibiotics, causing many immune or dermatological diseases for the human body.
"When researching, we have discovered many types of bacteria that have never been seen before. It is not surprising that the place to find them is the bathroom - the most wet and dirty place in every family" - Erica Hartman, leader of Northwestern University.
More specifically, dirty shower is the ideal environment for bacteria, especially Mycobacterium Avium bacteria that can cause respiratory infections, especially for people with weak immune systems.When water flows through this shower, they will penetrate the body and give birth.
There are more than 600 viruses and bacteria found in dirty shower.
In addition, mold and bacteria in the shower can cause inflammation or skin irritation, leading to redness, itching ... even skin infections if exposed for long.They also easily penetrate the eyes and ears, causing conjunctivitis or ear infections, especially dangerous to sensitive people or children.
In addition, breathing in steam containing bacteria from dirty shower can cause discomfort in the respiratory system, cough and shortness of breath.This is especially harmful to people with respiratory diseases such as asthma or chronic lung disease.
More dangerous, dirty shower can contain impurities such as dirt, heavy metals or minerals that adversely affect hair and skin.In the long run will lose the smooth and youthful skin of the skin.Hair also becomes tangled and brittle, while the scalp is prone to itching, dandruff ... and other inflammatory problems.
The dirty shower can contain impurities such as dirt that adversely affects hair and skin.
How to keep the bathroom clean
To limit the harmful effects from the use of dirty shower, you need to apply some hygienic and regular maintenance measures.
First, soak the shower head in vinegar solution or mild detergent (without causing corrosion) at least once a month.Then use a soft brush to gently rub the drainage holes to remove residue, bacteria and mold.
If possible, it is advisable to replace the new shower when you see signs of damage and full of dirt that is difficult to clean.More simply, you can use hot water to kill bacteria weekly.Just turn on the hot water about 60 degrees and leave for 1-2 minutes, do it once a week.
Besides, high humidity in the bathroom is the ideal environment for bacteria and mold growth.So we need to take ventilation and reduce moisture, thereby limiting the bacterial proliferation environment, reducing the risk of accumulation of dirt and mold on the shower.
According to Indiatimes, Healthline