If a person displays signs of anxiety or remains ever anxious in everyday life, chances are that they will have constant illnesses as well. Moreover, people with anxiety usually encounter stomach problems on a regular basis.
When we are anxious, it is the body’s response to our excessive worrying that we get these stomach ailments and other illnesses as well. Moreover, our brain and stomach are interconnected which makes these ailments even more commonplace.
Moreover, it is also advisable that we have our three meals of the day in a calm and peaceful environment as stress and anxiety can ruin not just our mood but also the food that we are eating.
Writes therapist Anna Papaioannou on the connection between the stomach and brain,
Stomach in knots? Lost your appetite? Find yourself constantly bloated? These uncomfortable symptoms are extremely common for those that experience anxiety.
Five common stomach symptoms that are usually caused by anxiety
Let’s take a look at these five types of stomach symptoms that are usually aggravated by anxiety.
Diarrhea
Diarrhea can take place if we are constantly anxious or stressed which can lead to frequent visits to the toilet to pass out loose stools.
Indigestion and Nausea
We can experience indigestion or nausea if our fight or flight response is activated when having our meals.
Dry Mouth
The sympathetic nervous system reduces the production of saliva in our mouths leading to a dry mouth when experiencing anxiety or stress.
Overactive Bladder
Overactive bladders are a sign of anxiety and stress that also gives us the feeling of using the toilet more often and wakes us up at nights as well.
Cramping
Cramping is caused when blood flow increases towards the big muscle groups and brain rather than to the stomach. This can cause us immense pain that can keep us awake during the night or day.
Thus, these are some of the signs and symptoms of stomach problems when experiencing anxiety or stress in individuals. It is imperative that we be aware whenever we are facing such problems.
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