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The brain and intestines are strongly related, and are controlled by many of the same hormones and parts of the nervous system. Indeed, some research suggests that the gut itself has features of a primitive brain.

It is not surprising then that prolonged stress can disrupt the digestive system, irritating the large intestine and causing diarrhea, constipation, cramping, and bloating. Excessive production of digestive acids in the stomach may cause a painful burning.

Stress hormones slow the release of stomach acid and the emptying of the stomach. The contents of the colon are more quickly passed. Continuously high levels of cortisol can increase appetite and cause weight gain.

Chronic stress is commonly linked with peptic ulcers. Peptic ulcers are caused by bacteria or by the excessive intake of some medicines (such as aspirin, ibuprofen). Some studies indicate that stress does increase the susceptibility to ulcers or prolongs the cure of an existing ulcer. A chronic stress condition also ends up irritating the large intestine

Chronic stress is associated with a number of digestive problems as mentioned following

Chronic stress may cause continues stomachache from morning to evening
Heartburn and raising heartbeats is common in person who suffering from chronic stress
Diarrhea or constipation is most common. Chronic stress may increase constipation the way it may result in piles or irritable bowl syndrome
Irritated ulcers, vomiting, colitis (inflamed colon) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Stress triggers these digestive problems in a number of ways. Stress hormones may delay the release of stomach acid and increase the amount of time it takes to empty the stomach.
They also stimulate the colon, causing its contents to pass more quickly. Excess levels of the hormone cortisol can also lead to either increased appetite or appetite loss.
Person suffer from chronic stress may eating excessively or completely loss appitite this may cause weight gain or weight loss
Chronic stress may weaken digestive system and cause digestive complications if it treated not timely

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