[header] How to pee in a locker room [title] Learn about shy bladder syndrome. [step] If your fear of public restrooms makes it difficult to leave the house, you might actually have a medical condition known as paruresis. Commonly known as a " shy " or " bashful " bladder, this problem is classified as a general anxiety order. 
If fear keeps you from being able to comfortably urinate in a locker room, ask your doctor about paruresis. [substeps] In addition to anxiety, there can also be physical symptoms of shy bladder such as persistent pain and pressure in the bladder.