| Last week was brutal. A lot of my friends and coworkers got laid off from work, and we all experienced a ton of emotions. Losing a job or a beloved colleague can most definitely cause real grief, and it’s difficult to know how to manage that so it doesn’t overwhelm your life. Incidentally, reporter Ali Drucker got tips from therapists on how they personally deal with loss this week. I couldn’t have read this at a better time.If you’re going through a major life transition, just ended a relationship or lost someone you love recently, know that it’s OK to feel every single feeling you have and that it takes time to process. But I have to believe it will get better. As one of the experts told Ali, “We don’t get over grief; we get through it.”  Everyone experiences stomach pain every now and then, and usually it’s nothing to be concerned about. However, there are some cases where you shouldn’t ignore it. Reporter Beth Kriestch talked to experts about when you should seek medical attention. Here’s what you should know:Chronic pain should be examined. If your stomachache has been persistent or recurring for three months or longer, make an appointment with your physician.Blood in the stool is a red flag. If your poop (sorry) is black and tar-like -- and you haven’t taken medications like Pepto Bismol or eaten foods that could cause it, like blueberries -- you want to have that checked.Unexplained weight loss is also another warning sign. Particularly when it’s associated with chronic pain.
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