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Suggest Treatment For Stomach Growling When Under Stress

Posted on Wed, 23 Nov 2016

Question: Hi doctor, I have a series of stomach and stress problems. Ive approached many doctors about my troubles and after many blood work tests, colonoscopy, and endoscopy tests done, they all contributed stress as the factor. I suffer continuous stomach growlings/rumblings in the morning and all throughout the day. When i sit down, i feel my legs tingling/light vibrations as well. My hands shake sometimes when I hold something and I dont know how to deal with this problem. I dont know how to calm my nerves and stress. My family doctor recommended me to Cognitive behaviour therapy but the costs are too much. He also recommended me a website called MoodGym, but im not convinced by it. Is there any way i can be treated? I also feel nervous when sitting down in quiet rooms because of my stomach and I cant sit patiently as I often feel the need to leave.

Answered by Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (15 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Consultation

Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.

Your symptoms are indeed classic somatic symptoms of anxiety. Treatment of anxiety consists of an SSRI antidepressant medication such as Lexapro or Zoloft. Another option is cognitive behavioral therapy, which another doctor recommended to you. The antidepressant option is probably cheaper. I would contact your insurance company to provide you with a list of providers who accept your insurance to evaluate you for this medication.

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