Mobile Use in the Bathroom Linked to Increased Hemorrhoid Risk
Mobile use while staying sitting in the bathroom is related to an increase in the probability of developing hemorrhoids, as confirmed by the conclusions of a recent study prepared by the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and published in PLOS One. Research suggests that the tendency to carry out activities such as reading news or consulting social networks from the toilet contributes tangibly to the increase in cases of this high prevalence gastrointestinal condition.
Various factors can influence the appearance of hemorrhoids, including constipation, prolonged abdominal pressure, diet, age or genetic predisposition. To these, the extended habit of spending long times using the smartphone in the bathroom is added. According to the data collected in the study, those individuals who use the mobile during the evacuation reach increase your risk of hemorrhoid by 46% compared to those who do not use it in that context.
Scientists Reveal Habits That Increase Symptoms
The analysis of the intestinal habits of the 125 participants included the realization of colonoscopies and the registration of variables such as fiber consumption, physical activity and duration of the stay in the wader. 37% of the usual users of the smartphone remained more than five minutes sitting, compared to onyl 7.1% of those who did not consult the mobile during defecation.Among the most frequent actions were to make ‘scrolling’, read news or use social networks applications.
specialists point out that the most plausible explanation resides in the increase in sitting time, which increases pressure on the rectal zone. Excess time in that position hinders venous return and favors the appearance or worsening of hemorrhoids, which are characterized by the inflammation of the veins located in the anus and the rectum. The real problem, the authors point out, is not the mobile in itself, but all the factors that retain us in the toilet beyond the strictly necessary time to evacuate.
Key numbers
- 46%: Increased risk of hemorrhoids for mobile users in the bathroom.
- 37%: Percentage of smartphone users spending more than five minutes on the toilet.
- 7.1%: Percentage of non-smartphone users spending more than five minutes on the toilet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does using a mobile phone in the bathroom increase the risk of hemorrhoids?
Using a mobile phone often leads to prolonged sitting,increasing pressure on the rectal area and hindering venous return,which can contribute to the progress or worsening of hemorrhoids.
What other factors can contribute to hemorrhoids?
Other factors include constipation, prolonged abdominal pressure, diet, age, and genetic predisposition.
What can I do to reduce my risk of developing hemorrhoids?
Limit time spent on the toilet, avoid straining, maintain a high-fiber diet, stay hydrated, and engage in regular physical activity.
Sources
- Beth Israel Deaconess medical Center
- PLOS One
