India, May 19 -- Do you take your phone to the toilet and end up sitting there for 20 or 30 minutes scrolling through videos or social media? While it may seem harmless and entertaining, the habit could be doing your body more harm than good. Experts warn that prolonged sitting on the toilet can increase pressure in the rectal area, raising the risk of painful haemorrhoids - and in severe cases, even surgery, which can be extremely expensive.

Dr Joseph Salhab, a Florida-based gastroenterologist and health content creator specialising in digestion, liver, pancreas and nutrition health, is drawing attention to why taking your phone to the bathroom or sitting on the toilet for extended periods can seriously harm your health. In an Instagram...