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Not meaning to gross anyone out but does anyone have anxiety-like symptoms when they need to go the bathroom (#2)? When I have to go, I start to feel the panic symptoms--the chest pain/tightness, hot flashes, and wocked dizziness. I start walking around like I am in a fog. After I go, it gets better. Anyone else or am I the only freak?

Yep, you are not alone, my friend!

You're not the only one. I have that too. Usually I start feeling better right after I go.

when i get anxiety i usually have to go to the restroom. and for some reason the anxiety gets better after i go lol i dont no why its weird but works haha

My guess is that more people have this than admit it, because its embarrassing! I learned what to eat and not to eat and it helps a lot plus not obsessively worrying about when I will need to go that helped a lot. Try not to overeat carbs like mashed potatoes they can have a laxative effect on some people, if you eaten this and have a panic attack your stomach will cramp and viola! You will end up having to run for the potty.

labourg, I have EXACTLY what you've described! EEEEEKKK! I'm so glad someone could address this as I've not had the exact words to explain what was happening.... You are not alone!