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Smart phones are omnipresent in daily life, and many people use them while sitting in the toilet. Although there is anecdotal evidence that prolonged time in the sanitary is a risk factor for hemorrhoids (veins located around the anus, which are inflamed or dilatedso they cause pain, ardor and even itching in the area), so far a multivariate analysis of cell phones had not been performed.
A transverse study conducted at the Beth Israel Deaconess medical center in Boston examined the correlation between the use of phones in the toilet and the prevalence of hemorrhoids. The participants – 125 adults undergoing detection colonoscopies – completed a survey on their habits. 43% presented hemorrhoids visualized in colonoscopy and 66% acknowledged using the cell phone in the bathroom. Among them, 37.3% remained more than five minutes per visit, in contrast to 7.1% of those who did not use it.
The study suggests that prolonged interaction with smartphones while using the toilet may be associated with higher prevalence of hemorrhoids.
Héctor Luna, gastrointestinal surgeon and endoscopist, from Punto 10 clinics explains that not only cell use prolongs the time sitting and can cause hemorrhoids, but also other sedentary activities.
Causes of hemorrhoids
There are several causes for its development. Patients who remain seated for long periods are among the most likely. For example, the traileros, who spend hours driving, tend to suffer, to the point that is known as “trailer’s disease.”
The same goes for those who work in offices or call centerswhere the incidence has increased. Another frequent cause is the increase in intra -abdominal pressure, as is the case during pregnancy. Many women develop hemorrhoids because the uterus presses the abdomen; In some cases they disappear after childbirth, but in others they remain.
Among other causes are efforts during defecation, having chronic diarrhea or constipation, obesity, anal sexual relations, following a low fiber diet and regularly lifting heavy objects.
Treatments and prevention
The treatment depends on the degree, which is classified from one to four according to severity. Grades one and two can be treated with medications, but three and four degrees require surgery, whether hemorridectomy or hemorrhoid ligation.
“It is essential to take care of time in the bathroom and not remain more than necessary. The diet is also fundamental,” says Luna.
In the food Irritants such as Chile, coffee, alcohol or very seasoned meals should be avoided, since the disease worsens. It is also advisable to make seat baths with warm water instead of cleaning with paper, which irritates and hurt more.
The best way to prevent hemorrhoids is to keep soft stool so that they go easily. To reduce symptoms, Luna and the Mayic Mayic site recommend:
- Consume more fruits, vegetables and whole grains. This softens the feces and increases its volume, which avoids efforts that can cause hemorrhoids.
- Drink six to eight glasses of water and other liquids per day. Avoiding alcohol helps.
- Consider fiber supplements, since most people do not ingest enough.
- Do not make strength to evacuate. Containing breathing and bidding increases pressure in the veins of the rectum.
- Stay active. The exercise prevents constipation, reduces pressure on the veins and helps control the weight.
- Avoid being sitting for prolonged periods, especially in the toilet, since it increases the pressure in the veins of the anus.
