Stress, anxiety, and IBD
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Chronic illness affects mental health. Stress does not cause IBD, but it can worsen how you feel day to day alongside physical symptoms.
Topics: stress and IBD, anxiety crohn's, mental health colitis, IBD emotional wellness
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