confusedguy, welcome to PC!

I agree with the others here that stress can do a lot to a body. I truly believe that there is a huge connection between mind and body.

While your stress over your dad and maybe other things in your life doesn't seem to be affecting your mind so much, it may be manifesting within your stomach (IBS) and pain throughout your body. Stress can manifest in many different ways.

That being said, I think it's also very important to have all physical reasons ruled out. Make sure to have a complete physical (if you haven't had one in the past year). Write down all your symptoms and bring them to the docs for further evaluation during your exam. What may seem like a minor thing could indeed be something more.

I'm not saying all this to scare you, just that it's a good idea to rule out any physical problem that could cause your symptoms.

I wish you well and please keep us updated. We care!


sabby