Yes, stress is considered one of the possible triggers for PBC flare-ups. While research is still in early stages, it's believed that certain factors can activate or worsen symptoms.
Known possible flare triggers include:
- Stress
- Exposure to certain chemicals
- Infections
- Other environmental factors (sometimes unknown) Show Full Answer
Yes, stress is considered one of the possible triggers for PBC flare-ups. While research is still in early stages, it's believed that certain factors can activate or worsen symptoms.
Known possible flare triggers include:
- Stress
- Exposure to certain chemicals
- Infections
- Other environmental factors (sometimes unknown) When a flare is triggered, symptoms like fatigue and itching tend to worsen. As one myPBCteam member shared after a rough stretch, "Woke up not feeling as itchy today after an almost two-week flare-up. That's a slight win!" — small victories count!
As for bloodwork, if you're concerned a flare may be affecting your results, it's worth talking to your doctor. They can run blood tests or other assessments to get a clearer picture of what's happening with your liver and overall PBC activity.
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