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Anxiety and Constipation.

michiev
michiev
I've been going through a lot in the past week, I've been bullied and i recently lost my best friend (She was the one bullying me) I guess i was stressing a lot because I've come down with a case of constipation. It's really causing me to get anxious because my mind keeps going to the "what if's" "What if i can't get it out" "What if it hurts too much" "What if this" and "what if that"

I have managed to get a bit out since friday, but it's not enough.. I'm anxious and I think the anxiety is making it harder for me to push when I need to.. The thing is It was coming out and then it just hurts way too much for me to bear and it stops.. It doesn't go any further and I was bawling my eyes out yesterday because I was terrified i was going to die like that and never poop again... the thing is, i've been drinking a lot of water and eating bran but it's still really bad and I don't understand why, I can't get to a doctor and i'm just trying to keep my anxiety in check.


Has anyone else ever had anxiety/stress cause constipation like this? And how have you dealt with it? Did you think you were going to die as well?
deleted_user
deleted_user
Dont worry,this is normal when you are under great stress!
If you have a stool softner,you can take that,or a suppository,or even a fleets enema...
I sometimes take a stool softner myself to help..
Its no fun being that way..hope this will be better soon for you!
Bren
deleted_user
deleted_user
When I first experienced my Depression and Anxiety same thing happend. My stomach would be in knot, have feeling of fear and nerviousness, I couldn't really eat.. I lost 20 lbs in about 2 weeks. I tried making myself go, but really had little to no success. I went to see my doctor couple of days after I had my disorders and he prescribled me anti-depressant. These meds took about two weeks to work, so I nearly didn't had to go for almost 2 weeks!! I suggest you visit your doctor and seek some help. You'll be just fine. :)
Community LeaderMid
Mid
Yes, this is normal under overwhelming stress. I have found that moving around a lot, helps the movement along, and I walk around the house several times to help relax the tensed back muscles.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Great amounts of stress will back the plumbing up for sure. And do not strain or push hard trying to make yourself go, you can cause hemorrhoids. Lay off the bran. Senekot is a natural laxative made from senna. Get it at the drug store It is very gentle, does not cause cramping and will get you moving in 24 hours, trust me. Having two surgeries, one requiring a two day stay in the hospital, I know what is like to be seriously backed up from pain meds, a catheter up the johnson and crappy hospital food, lol. If it is to the point it's getting unbearable and you need relief asap, hit the drug store and get a Fleet enema, if you had to go to the ER, I guarantee you this is what they would do. I guarantee this will have you moving in about twenty minutes to a half hour, you will be scrambling for the bathroom door, but you will feel better in a short time. Afterwards eat light, easily digestible meals and drink lots of water until your natural rhythm returns. You will not die from anxiety, it is a common feeling among sufferers. See your doctor or a counselor when anxiety starts to affect aspects of daily living or prevents you from doing things or activities you once enjoyed. Take care
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