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What is the role of psychological and/or social factors in ibs?
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It's a factor: Stress and other psychological factors seem to be triggers for flares or exacerbation of ibs. These issues may play a role in other gastrointestinal problems such as inflammatory bowel disease or ulcers, but this is more controversial.
Answered 7/20/2012
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Stress ?: Can worsen ibs and can worsen many other medical condition.
Answered 5/6/2016
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