“Haemorrhoids can develop from increased pressure in the lower rectum due to sitting for long periods of time, especially on the toilet.” But sitting isn’t the only cause for hemorrhoids.
They can also develop from straining during bowel movements, obesity, chronic diarrhea or constipation, a low-fiber diet, lifting heavy items,
Or even from anal sexual intercourse. These are all factors taken into account during gastroenterology insurance claims or chronic digestive condition management.
When Sitting Turns Serious: Thrombosed Hemorrhoids
Sitting for extended periods on the toilet can lead to blood pooling, potentially causing an external hemorrhoid to form a clot, known as a thrombus.
The Mayo Clinic explains that a thrombosed hemorrhoid can bring on intense pain, swelling, inflammation, and in severe cases, lead to a strangulated hemorrhoid,
Which is extremely painful and may require urgent care coverage or specialist referrals via your health insurance plan.
