Fiber is considered the top initial treatment for hemorrhoids according to AGA guidelines.
Understanding Hemorrhoids: New Guidelines from the American Gastroenterology Association According to the National Institutes of Health and other medical sources, more than half of individuals over the age of 50 end up dealing with hemorrhoids. To address this widespread issue effectively, the American Gastroenterology Association (AGA) recently published updated clinical practice guidelines in the journal […]
Research connects smartphone use in the bathroom to nearly 50% increased risk of hemorrhoids.
Smartphone Use in the Bathroom Linked to Increased Risk of Hemorrhoids New findings indicate that using a smartphone while in the bathroom can significantly raise the likelihood of developing hemorrhoids by nearly 50%. Researchers from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston reported this in a study published in PLOS One. This study analyzed the […]
Using the toilet in this way increases the chance of getting hemorrhoids by 46%
Total Bummer! Hemorrhoids are swollen veins located in the rectum or anus, and they can cause discomfort, itching, and bleeding—even if they sometimes resolve on their own. This issue impacts nearly half of U.S. adults aged 50 and over, leading around 4 million people to seek medical help annually. Recent research indicates that certain toilet […]