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Could stress cause my pancreas to flair up?

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Dr. Barbara Lavi answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Stress can: Exacerbate any physical condition. It is a good idea to practice routine stress management activities, breathing exercises, meditation, hypnosis, exercise, good sleep habits to improve your health in general, not jsut for your pancreas.

Answered 10/7/2019

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A member asked:

Could stress cause my pancreas to flair up?

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Dr. Barbara Lavi answered

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