Do men stand when they wipe?

Out of 3,005 voters in a 24-hour period, 35 percent said that they wipe standing up. That's over 1,000 men. The other party might be more common but plenty of guys are standing up to wipe post-poop. The phenomenon is so common that Buzzfeed created two different videos about it.

menshealth.com - Wipe Standing Up? You're Not the Only One, Apparently - Men's Health

What aggravates prostatitis?

The cause for prostatitis or pelvis pain is not always known. Some things can raise the risk of a bacterial infection of the prostate like a...

Last updated May 18, 2018

What fruits Cannot be mixed together?

Avoid mixing your watermelons, muskmelons, cantaloupe and honeydews with other fruits. Try not to mix acidic fruits, such as grapefruits and...

Last updated Jun 3, 2022

Promotion

It's often been said that the grass is always greener on the other side. Well when it comes to wiping your butt, it turns out the toilet paper is just as brown no matter how exactly you wipe it, sitting or standing. Oh, sorry. Did we lose you at sitting OR standing? You didn't know there was another option? Consider your mind blown. Though there is a proper way to keep your butt clean, it generally seems as though even the cleanest wipers of both kinds didn't realize that the other existed until very, very recently. According to a social media poll, most men sit down – and didn't know of any other way until now.

More From Men's Health

This content is imported from twitter. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. Who on earth wipes standing up? That's the behaviour of an oddball! — @frosty@mastodonapp.uk (@FrostyFrosty_) August 28, 2018 So, which one are you? Here's just how the grass may be greener (or the TP browner) on the other side.

How many people wipe standing up?

Based on polls through both Twitter and Instagram, more men sit than stand. But the number of men who stand isn't anything to scoff at. This content is imported from twitter. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. IMPORTANT POLL: After you go No. 2, how do you wipe? — Men's Health Mag (@MensHealthMag) August 28, 2018 Out of 3,005 voters in a 24-hour period, 35 percent said that they wipe standing up. That's over 1,000 men. The other party might be more common but plenty of guys are standing up to wipe post-poop. The phenomenon is so common that Buzzfeed created two different videos about it. It was a Twitter debate in 2017 and the subject of a Deadspin investigation in 2009. In the aforementioned Deadspin article, it's reported that a College Humor poll of 4,214 participants found that 44 percent stood. Basically, it's highly possible that the person in the stall next to you is standing up and maneuvering toilet paper between their clenched cheeks. Fun.

Why do some people wipe standing up?

To get to the bottom of it (pun intended), we talked to two different standing wipers, both of whom will remain anonymous. For the most part, it seems that – just like sitting – it's a matter of both habit and convenience. "I know of no other way!" one said. "I don't recall being taught this way. In fact, I think my mom was pretty surprised when the conversation came up with my family a few years ago."

Which tea is good for prostate?

Benign prostatic hyperplasia is the medical term for an enlarged prostate. There is continuing research into alternative ways to manage the...

Last updated Sep 11, 2019

How painful is prostate cancer that has spread to the bones?

Among other things, the spread of the prostate cancer to the bones (bone metastases) can cause severe pain and fracture (bone breaks). Hormonal...

Last updated Aug 27, 2022

Promotion

"I feel like it's a super subconscious thing that I don't even put much thought into – I've just always done it," the other said, echoing the sentiments of the first. "I think I like the feeling of being done with having to sit on the toilet any longer than I need to."

And how does it work?

"It's not like I don't spread my cheeks — I do," one said. "Sometimes, when I need extra leverage, I'll plant one foot on the toilet seat." But neither standing wiper reported feeling unclean or dirty, which seemed to be the most common fear of sitting wipers. In fact, they both said the opposite. "I mean, I get full range of motion, and I can position myself in better ways to create more favorable angles," one said. "Oh, I get clean... Why contend with the toilet seat? It can only get in your way when sitting." "When I've tried wiping while sitting down, it just puts my body in an awkward position," the other agreed. "I'd rather have the full range of motion that comes with standing up and not have to tilt or fuss around the toilet in any way."

Should you wipe standing up?

In terms of cleanliness, it's a bit of a matter of personal preference. However you feel cleanest is likely ideal, though it's best to be thorough, no matter how exactly you choose to go about it. As Dr. Joel Krachman, the Chief of Gastroenterology for New Jersey-based AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, told MensHealth.com in the past, there aren't any major hard and fast rules for wiping, except that you probably shouldn’t do it hard and fast. "Some people wipe so vigorously that they irritate the anal area," Krachman said.

So, whether sitting or standing, be gentle.

You can also use , , or other to get clean, but again, personal preference. For now, there doesn't seem to be a solid answer as to who exactly wins the debate of sit vs. stand. Luckily, this is a no judgment zone either way. To quote another age-old saying, don't knock 'till you try it.

menshealth.com - Wipe Standing Up? You're Not the Only One, Apparently - Men's Health

Which brand of dark chocolate is best?

Best Dark Chocolate Bars Lindt Dark Chocolate (70%) Madécasse Pure Dark Heirloom Chocolate (70%) Mast Dark Chocolate (80%) Scharffen Berger...

Last updated Jun 19, 2020

Does biotin remove DHT?

While multivitamins are good to take for general health, if you want to use vitamins to help block DHT from causing hair loss, biotin supplements...

Last updated Nov 12, 2018

Promotion

Should patients be told they are dying?

When someone may be entering the last days of life, a healthcare professional should tell the patient that they're dying (unless they don't want to...

Last updated May 5, 2021

Imagine Your Moment Of Freedom!

Fluxactive Complete is conveniently packed with over 14 essential prostate powerhouse herbs, vitamins and grade A nutrients which work synergistically to help you support a healthy prostate faster

Learn More »

Promotion

Which parent determines body type?

In a study published in the open access journal BMC Biology, the researchers from the University's Department of Biology & Biochemistry found that...

Last updated Apr 21, 2021