How Anxiety Affects Acid Reflux in Women?
Anxiety is a feeling of uneasiness , worry , or fear . It is something that I as a woman, will experience at some point in my life. Being a mother, I can easily be triggered by a variety of things, from running after work, household, personal relationships with my spouse, my child, or health issues. In fact, do you know one of the most common symptoms of anxiety is actually acid reflux? Many people don't realize that there is a connection between anxiety and acid reflux (see my previous post for an explanation), and this can make it difficult to manage the symptoms of either condition. In my situation, stress at work and life challenges were the reasons that caused those. For people who suffer from both anxiety and acid reflux, the two conditions can complicate one another. Anxiety can lead to an increase in stomach acid, which can trigger acid reflux symptoms. At the same time, acid reflux can cause anxiety, as the symptoms can be uncomfortable and cause disturbance to daily life....