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Toxic Thoughts And Emotions

A myIBSteam Member asked a question 💭
Auckland, NZ

Can toxic thoughts and emotions cause digestive disorders like Irritable Bowel syndrome

May 20, 2018
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A myIBSteam Member

Stress,worry...yes.

July 4, 2018
A myIBSteam Member

Yes anxiety effected you

July 4, 2018
A myIBSteam Member

If I've been stressed or had an upset it can flare up I quite strongly believe emotions have a part to play in it. I do slow deep breathing can help with the pain calm the intestine.

June 18, 2018
A myIBSteam Member

Yes. Stress & worries cause me flareups.

December 5, 2018
A myIBSteam Member

I use Celebrex and anti anxiety meds for my anxiety and stress. Stress us a big trigger of IBS flair ups.

August 6, 2018

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