it's difficult to say if these things are interrelated. you might have constipation/diarrhea even if you didn't have anxiety/panic attacks. let's take on the bowel problem first. whenever your bowels aren't behaving themselves you should start with the basics: make sure you eat plenty of foods rich in fiber. these can include fruits (including dried fruit) vegetables and whole grains. fiber helps move material through your intestines. if you don't get enough fiber you can become constipated. make sure you're drinking enough water. dehydration can lead to constipation. interestingly while too little fiber can cause constipation it also can lead to loose stools or diarrhea. if you have loose stools try increasing your fiber intake. but stay away from fruits temporarily because eating fruit in large quantities can give you very loose stools. make sure you're exercising. exercise (including walking) can literally help "get things moving" in your bowels if you're constipated. and exercise in general will help your body (including your bowels) function better. if eating plenty of fiber drinking plenty of water and getting exercise don't solve your bowel issues then you should consult a medical professional. it's possible you have irritable bowel syndrome or another condition that can (or needs to) be treated with medication. regarding the anxiety and panic attacks if you're not under the care of a psychologist for these conditions then i suggest you see someone. anxiety is very treatable today. and since panic attacks often arise from unchecked anxiety treating your anxiety may make the panic attacks go away. wishing you well!
for a while know i have always had either constipation or diarrhea and in pain - i also suffer anxiety and panic attacks. can anyone help or tell me what i should do? <negative_smiley><negative_smiley>