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Can anxiety cause constipation? i have been really anxious the past week and about 3 days ago became constipated. no pain. just a few stools each day
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Yes, but.....: Anxiety is a common cause of both constipation and diarrhea. However, constipation is really not "diagnoses" unless you go days without pooping. Many people don't have a bm every day.
Answered 1/25/2013
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