Bathroom scrolling linked to higher risk of hemorrhoids, study shows

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Roll of toilet paper illustrated with an image of 'The Thinker' sculpture.

As many people know, screen time can happen in the unlikeliest of places — including the bathroom. But a new study suggests there's more risk involved in scrolling there than just a filthier phone.

The research, published Wednesday in PLOS One, found an association between smartphone use on the toilet and a higher risk of hemorrhoids. (If you're currently reading this while relieving yourself, we won't be offended if you set your device...

Source: https://mashable.com/article/toilet-scrolling-hemorrhoids

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