**Snake Bites from Toilets: A Growing Danger in Unexpected Places**
Snake bites from toilets are rare but real, with cases reported worldwide. These reptiles enter homes through **sewer lines, roof vents, or bathroom gaps**, especially during rainy seasons in tropical regions.
In *Thailand*, a man was bitten on the testicles by a **12-foot python** hiding in his toilet. In *South Africa*, a Dutch tourist suffered **severe genital injuries** from a **Cape cobra** in an outdoor toilet. In *Texas*, a woman was bitten by a **rat snake**, while in *Australia*, a **carpet python** bit a woman on the thigh. All victims survived, though some required surgery and psychological support.
Snakes reach bathrooms through **sewer systems, drains, or broken pipes**. Public toilets and rural homes are especially vulnerable. As one expert warned, “Snakes can slither upward through pipes and emerge in toilets.”
**Non-venomous bites** may cause infection and trauma, but **venomous bites** (from cobras or vipers) can lead to paralysis, tissue death, or even death. Immediate **first aid** and **hospital care** are critical.
To stay safe: **close toilet lids**, inspect before sitting, **seal plumbing gaps**, and call wildlife services if a snake is spotted. Prevention and awareness are key to avoiding these terrifying encounters.
