What are the risks of sitting on the toilet for more than 15 minutes daily?

Dr Manjunath Haridas, consultant, robotic colorectal and GI surgeon at Manipal Hospital Whitefield warned that problems begin to develop if one spends time more than 15 minutes daily on toilet seat. It may greatly raise haemorrhoid risk, as well as other digestive disorders when performed regularly, Haridas said. Excessive strain affects muscles of pelvic floor and bowel work, he added.