Doctors warn: Your phone habit on the toilet could worsen haemorrhoids
Doctors are warning about the risks of spending too much time on the toilet—especially while using a phone. Prolonged sitting, even without distractions, can lead to haemorrhoids. The problem worsens when people scroll mindlessly, delaying their bathroom visits and increasing strain on the body.
Haemorrhoids occur when blood vessels around the anus and lower rectum become swollen. Dr Karen Zaghiyan explains that sitting for long periods on the toilet raises the risk, regardless of phone use. However, adding a phone to the mix makes the issue worse, as people often stay seated far longer than necessary.
Dr Joseph Salhab agrees, noting that straining and extended sitting put extra pressure on the area. In some cases, haemorrhoids can be pushed back in manually. But severe cases may require surgery—like one woman's mother, who needed an operation after years of scrolling on the toilet. To prevent the problem, Dr Karl Kruszelnicki advises against phone use in the bathroom. Instead, he recommends focusing on the bowel movement and keeping visits short. A high-fibre diet, plenty of water, and even a stepping stool can also help reduce strain. Despite concerns, no medical data links phone use on the toilet directly to a rise in surgeries. Still, doctors stress that cutting down on distractions and improving bathroom habits can lower the risk.
The warnings are clear: limiting toilet time and avoiding phones can prevent haemorrhoids. Simple changes, like eating more fibre and staying hydrated, make a difference. For those already affected, early action may stop the problem from worsening or needing surgery.
Read also:
- PCOS-related Gas Buildup: Explanation, Control Strategies, and Further Insights
- Astral Lore and Celestial Arrangements: Defining Terms & In-Depth Insights - Historical Accounts & Glossary of Cosmic Mythology
- "Rural Idyls with Supercars: Astonishing Sites Where Residents Cruise McLarens and Ferraris for Groceries"
- Heartache Explained: Understanding Angina
