Bathroom ruling
Can bandages go down the drain?
Bandages does not become toilet paper merely because it fits in the bowl.
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Sink or drainNo
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Garbage disposalNo
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ToiletNo
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Septic systemNo
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Why the pipe objects
Bandages combine plastic, fabric and adhesive, allowing them to remain intact and stick inside plumbing.
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Do this instead
Wrap used bandages and put them in the trash; follow medical-waste instructions if contaminated with hazardous material.
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Already did it?
Do not flush again to test your luck. If the bowl rises, drains slowly or gurgles, stop using the toilet and call a plumber before it overflows.