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What Are The Harmful Effects Of Using Laptop On The Stomach And Lap?
Hi, I have a laptop that up until a year ago I only used on a desk. But then I started carrying it around the house with me and when I lay down I rest it on my stomach or my lap. About 2 weeks ago I started to get pains in my lower abdomen that get sharper and more distinct when I use the laptop on my stomach or lap. I know its not a matter of pressure because I do the same with books and I feel like its more than just the heat radiating from the laptop. Im worried it may be a matter of what the laptop is releasing (I know it sounds weird) and that it might have affected me in a vital way. Please help me figure this out.
Wed, 17 Dec 2014
The only way laptop use on lap or stomach can harm you, is by emitting excess heat that can increase the temperature around your genitals, which further could lead to infertility related complications. The akward and abnormal posture may predispose to spine problems in future.
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