Many people feel more active and creative while sitting on the toilet. And since smartphones are an integral part of your life, most people carry their phones with them during their morning commute. However, according to experts, this is the worst habit to have as it can have a negative impact on your overall health.

Doctors say taking your phone to the washroom causes a lot of harmful things — starting with pathogens like bacteria and viruses. Using phones in the bathroom only increases pollution – which causes life-threatening diseases like stomach worms.

Not only that, there is another potential risk which is cross-contamination – meaning that when you use your phone in the toilet and then touch the flush handle without washing your hands properly you may end up with feces and urine on these surfaces. Can transfer the bacteria that causes viral cough. And winter.

diseases caused by pathogens

Phones in the bathroom spread germs which can cause the following health problems:

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Also known as piles, hemorrhoids are swollen veins in your anus and lower rectum. These are similar to varicose veins and develop inside the rectum – known as internal hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids usually develop under the skin around the anus.

According to doctors, sitting in the toilet for a long time puts excessive pressure on the veins of the rectum, which causes piles. Even though your body’s natural state is to rush to have a bowel movement, distractions from mobile phones can delay the process.

constipation

Experts say using a mobile phone for a long time in the bathroom diverts your attention from natural functions – leading to irregular bowel movements and even constipation – a bowel disease that occurs when When you have difficulty passing stools. Symptoms of constipation include hard or dry stools, abdominal pain or bloating, and feeling as if you have not completely passed stools.

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Do you want to avoid butt pain and bacterial obesity? Doctors suggest that you be a little more conscious about your bathroom timing. First of all, you should sit on the toilet for as long as you have a genuine desire.

You should have a bowel movement for 1 to 15 minutes and longer periods may indicate constipation. Avoid sitting and stress for long periods of time. If you get distracted, try setting a timer so you know when to get up and move on if nothing has moved.

Also, make sure to wash your hands thoroughly, not only after having a bowel movement, but also after using the bathroom.

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