Types of Stomach Pain Caused By Anxiety

The first step in managing anxiety stomach pain is determining the nature, and causes of your discomfort.

For the best treatment, anxiety stomach pain must be assessed from biological, cognitive, emotional and behavioral perspectives. Anxious feelings are common and often occur in every one of us.

Abdominal pain is a common physical symptom of anxiety, however, there are many possible medical conditions associated with abdominal pain and stomach pain. It is wise to seek a doctor visit before assuming the pain is caused by anxiety.

Some possible causes of abdominal pain or stomach pain are:

  • Urinary tract infection
  • Appendicitis
  • Endometriosis
  • Hernia
  • Crohn's disease
  • Ulcerative colitis
  • Irritable bowel syndrome
  • Pelvic inflammatory disease
  • Diverticulitis

If a persistent pain is to unbearable, an ER visit may be needed. Like all anxiety symptoms, these pains can be stopped.

Some ways to gain control of anxiety stomach pain would be:

  • Change in diet
  • No Smoking
  • No Drinking Alcohol
  • Vitamins
  • Medication
  • Exercise
  • Relaxation

With a combination of lifestyle changes and knowledge, it is possible to loosen the grip of this physical symptom of anxiety stomach pain along with any other physical symptoms that may be experienced. Physical symptoms of anxiety can be treated with a combination of behavioral therapy, other treatment methods and/or medication.

All have been proven to be highly effective in reducing the anxiety stomach pain. Irritability and anger also are common among people who suffer from chronic pain. Click here to find out how to stop all of your anxiety symptoms.

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