Bathroom Warning: Prolonged Toilet Sitting Risks Your Health.
Experts are sounding the alarm on the dangers of spending too much time sitting on the toilet, often caused by distractions like scrolling on phones or reading. Dr. Lai Xue, a colorectal surgeon, and Dr. Farah Monzur, a gastroenterologist, warn that sitting for over 10 minutes can lead to health problems like hemorrhoids, weakened pelvic muscles, and even rectal prolapse. The gravity effect and pressure on the veins in the lower body can cause blood to pool, increasing risks.Straining during bowel movements further exacerbates these problems, and experts can often tell when patients' toilet habits are unhealthy. To combat these issues, doctors recommend leaving distractions like phones outside the bathroom, hydrating adequately, and eating fiber-rich foods like oats and beans.In severe cases, prolonged constipation and difficulty passing stool could signal gastrointestinal diseases or even colorectal cancer. If symptoms persist for […]