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Doctor's Warning: Put Down Your Phone on the Toilet!
health2 years ago

Doctor's Warning: Put Down Your Phone on the Toilet!

Gastroenterologist Dr Joseph Salhab warns about the risks of using phones on the toilet, as prolonged sitting and straining can lead to an increased risk of developing hemorrhoids. He also highlights the exposure of phones to bacteria from the toilet. Dr Salhab advises limiting phone use in the bathroom, using a stepping stool to facilitate easier passage of stool, increasing fiber intake with fruits, and considering supplements like psyllium husk. He emphasizes the importance of staying hydrated and warns about the presence of harmful bacteria on smartphone screens.

The Hidden Dangers of Using Your Phone on the Toilet
health2 years ago

The Hidden Dangers of Using Your Phone on the Toilet

A Harvard-trained stomach doctor warns against using your phone on the toilet, as it can lead to health risks such as hemorrhoids, anal fissures, and rectal prolapse due to prolonged sitting and pressure on the rectum and anus. Additionally, phones can be breeding grounds for bacteria, with one in six phones found to have fecal matter on them. While over 65% of adults take their phones into the toilet, it is advised to avoid scrolling and, if necessary, to clean the phone with disinfectant afterward. Mindlessly scrolling in the bathroom also increases the risk of dropping the phone into the toilet.