Issues with stomach acid and anxiety

[guynfl2chat]

I have had some issues with repeated stomach acid and anxiety. It seems like one sets off the other. I have been stressed and of course it is difficult to calm down. I get the smallest amount of heartburn and it can trigger my anxiety. Anyone else have these issues. It does go away but I focus on it so much I feel awful.

[Sasical]

I have anxiety issues with my stomach but I still don't know if it's acid, a hiatal hernia, ibs or what. All I can say is that every time I feel anything in my stomach I get really panicky. Sorry not very helpful but you are certainly not alone with this

[guynfl2chat in reply to Sasical]

Thank you. I feel the same way. I had some tests done this year but it didnt show anything. I started taking IBGard and Gavison and within a few days feel better. However, I get these episodes and it makes me feel anxious so its a vicious cycle of aches, stomach acid and anxiety all at the same time.

[Sprinkle1]

Hello, sorry to be so late in replying, I am SO busy and am having some health issues. I too suffer with GERD's and heart burn, stomach acid. I bought some Prilosec, got it OTC, it really helps, only need 1 for 24 hours. I put myself on a restricted diet, I love garlic, onions, spicy foods, choc!!!? It settles down. I am sure your anxiety will cause you problems, anxiety tends to pick on a weak spot in the body. And I have had problems all my life, I was born allergic to milk!??Thankfully the med's I am on, keep my depression and most of my anxiety under control. When my anxiety was really BAD my Dr. gave me a script for Lorazepam, that works very quickly. Anxiety come from the brain being out of kilter, that is why I choose meds, I also use exercise, Yoga, meditation, nice music, a trusted friend you can talk with. A bike ride or long walk, they raise the endorphins in the brain, which is a mood elevator, all natural no drugs.

I hope this is of help, I wish you well, I have an idea of how you must suffer, stay in touch if I can be of more help, sending love n hugs.......Sprinkle 1.......Peace.....

[guynfl2chat in reply to Sprinkle1]

Thank you I agree it picks on any area of tension or sensitivity. I have xanax as needed but it makes me so sleepy but it calms me down. I try to take a mental health day here and there to just relax and let the brain not overthink. Its difficult to do.

[Sprinkle1 in reply to guynfl2chat]

Yes life is difficult, I have been on Xanax, but find I prefer Lorazepam, it does not make me drowsy. If you are a reader I can recommend a book I read almost 40 years ago, it is still in print. The Road Less Traveled, by Dr. Scott Peck, it was in the top 10 best sellers for 7 years, it helps us to get to know ourselves and an insight to others. First line first page "Life is Difficult", further down the 1st page he refers to Buddha who said "Life is suffering, until we transcend it then the suffering ends". When I read "Life is difficult" I said why did not some one tell me that when I was 16? With Buddha's wisdom I set out to transcend, it took me 20 years, but now I am FREE. I have to deal with my faulty body. I hope this is of help to you, keep working on your mind, and hopefully your body will respond. If it is like mine it needs medical help,, go for it, you should not have to suffer.

You can buy the book on Amazon use/new, a worthwhile investment.

I send you Peace, love, Big Virtual Hugs.......Sprinkle 1......

[Marysblue]

Apple cider vinegar, the good kind with Mother, was great for my heartburn and stomach issues. Mix a little with water and pain was gone. I drink a little most days. It s good for you.

[goldieoldie in reply to Marysblue]

yes.I heard or rather read it was good for balancing the acidity /sugar levels in your body,and this as you say prevents build up of acid,meant to say organic cider/apple vinegar diluted in water.!

[AZdesert35]

Ugh, I have the same issue. There is a legit gut-brain connection. A sour stomach triggers my anxiety and my anxiety makes my stomach sour. Chicken and egg right? I've had stomach issues my whole life. Gall bladder out at 24 after it ruptured. Anything I eat sends me to the bathroom. Doctors said maybe it's IBS, maybe it's Crohn's, maybe it's just a nervous stomach. If I eat too much I can get a panic attack. If I eat too little it gets acidity and I get a panic attack. If I eat something spicey and it runs through me I'll sit on the toilet and get a panic attack. I've tried Prilosec which I think is like a 6 week treatment. I've tried probiotics which I think are snake oil but I'm trying to keep an open mind. I can't say I've found a long term solution. Maybe with an in depth medical evaluation, a specialist might figure it out. For now it's crackers and soup and pretzels when I'm not feeling balanced. I'll keep an eye on your post to see what other solutions people are coming up with.