India, Dec. 11 -- Many of us spend longer periods of time in the washroomthan we need to, often because we are mindlessly scrolling on our phones. However, this habit, which is often considered harmless, often comes with many health complications, and increasing the risk of haemorrhoids is only just the beginning.

On December 10, Dr Joseph Salhab, a gastroenterologist specialising in digestion, liver, pancreas, nutrition, and digestive health, discussed the nine bad habits one should absolutely avoid in the bathroom. Here's what he advised:

According to Dr Salhab, the habit of wiping back to front could increase the risk of getting a UTI (urinary tract infection). An April 2024 study published in Cureus also found that this wiping habit...