I was just diagnosed, and was wondering if it is normal to have the pain more when I'm under stress.. I have pain from my hips to my toes, and I've noticed that when I'm under stress - for example sleeping then waking up to my baby crying, I start to hurt?? When I'm stressed at work I hurt more as well.. Has anyone else experieced this before??
2006-12-26 14:34:34 · 2 answers · asked by Me... 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Yes. When stressed, your whole body tenses, that causes more pain.
2006-12-26 14:37:22 · answer #1 · answered by Baby'sMom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All chronic pain disorders have a strong psychiatric component. Yes, it is normal for stress to make the symptoms worse. A combination of activity, medication, and counselling is the best treatment. Just taking pain meds can lead to an unhealthy dependence on narcotics.
2006-12-26 22:39:02 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋