The TikToker clarified that the individual receiving the therapy should adhere to stringent guidelines in homes where separate restrooms are not practical.
The reason for this is because pee and feces may contain traces of chemotherapy and produce serious side effects.
“We not only flush the toilet three times with the lid down, but we clean that toilet immediately after using it,” she said.
“If we use the toilet and we don’t close the lid, when you go to flush it, and the water kind of sprays up and becomes airborne or gets on the surface of anything else,” she said.
“Someone who does not have cancer and is not receiving treatment could end up with dizziness, rash, nausea, vomiting, skin conditions, all types of bad side effects.”
“Especially serious for healthcare workers” is another point Misty made about the possible long-term consequences of chemotherapeutic exposure.
