Some of you might be a bit more understanding of a "rush trip" to the lav if you suffered from a condition called overactive bladder.

I once flew with my mother (who suffers with this condition -- is even on medication for it) when we were delayed at the gate for over 30 minutes and then were in a long line-up for take-off. By the time we finally got in the air and leveled off, she almost didn't make it to the washroom. She was nearly in tears from the pain that she had to endure.

Not all situations are what they might appear so, next time you see someone rushing to the lav, please have a little compassion and think about what THAT person might be going through.