Smartphone Use on Toilet May Raise Hemorrhoid Risk Significantly
Survey reveals smartphone users spend more time on the toilet, increasing their likelihood of hemorrhoids by 46%.
Topline
Using smartphones while on the toilet substantially increases the risk of developing hemorrhoids, primarily due to prolonged sitting times associated with phone use.
Background of the Study
Presented at Digestive Diseases Week (DDW) 2025 by Dr. Trisha Satya Pasricha from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, the study explored the connection betwee…
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