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I have had lots of anxiety the last week and my bm have been looser. this morning they were pencil thin. no other symptoms? is it stress?

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Stress does so much!: It's possible for stress to do lot's of damage - in a person w/ gastric symptoms like reflux, bowel impact seems easy to create. Think about finding a good CBT therapist to learn stress mgmt skills. It can really save you from lots of pain and suffering.

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Answered 12/3/2017

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A member asked:

I have had lots of anxiety the last week and my bm have been looser. this morning they were pencil thin. no other symptoms? is it stress?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

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