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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.” Read more below