constipation?

is constipation a sign of anxiety? on thurs when I was having really bad panic attacks I went a few times but haven't gone since. not sure what I should do for this?

SC - thanks for the response. Its only gotten worse. I now have very bad GERD from the constipation (I believe). ever since dinner I feel like I am going to throw up. I always would get diarrhea with my anxiety so this symptom is strange for me. esp since I usually go several times a day. could my mind be doing this? I don't know what to do. I just want to be able to go to the bathroom and I have no urge to do so. also the heartburn is horrific. and now im getting pain in my upper back. I wish this wasn't happening right now this close to Christmas. my poor kids are catching wind of my state of mind and they are starting to worry about me. I feel horrible. im a horrible mother.

thank you so much SC _ you have really made me feel better with my posts. I will try all of your suggestions! I also tried some of the relaxation techniques this morning and im going to do them again before bed!

Hi NoMorePanic,

I hope you feel better.
Normally, when I have a panic attack I usually get everything out of me, and there is no constipation, unless I take my pain medicine, which gives me a constipation, so I take MIRLAX or( Walmart brand called CLEARLAX it's cheaper. )
There is no taste or smell to this MIRLAX and it runs smooth, ( You know what I mean.)
But just to be sure go see a doctor, and a doctor will let you know what's going on with you. Okay?
However, everybody is different.
By any chance are you eating plenty of food? and taking any kind of medicines?
Oh, and drink plenty of water, not only it's good for you, but also helps with your constipation problems.
I hope that helped.
God bless you, and have A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Love,
Freakedoutone

Hi NMP

You are a great mum.

I have the same problem and use Senna which I find works well.

Hibee