The Effects of Stress on Systems
in the Body:
Central Nervous System
Anxiety, Depression, Fatigue
Cardiovascular System
Impaired heart function; can cause angina
Constriction of the peripheral blood vessels, thereby raising blood pressure
Digestive System
Stomach upsets, even ulcers Diarrhea Gastritis Peptic
ulcers Irritable Bowel Syndrome Colitis Canker sores in the mouth
Respiratory System
Asthma
Musculoskeletal System
Tension in skeletal muscles and joints, leading to backache
and muscular aches and pains Predisposition to arthritis;degenerative
diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis
Immune System
Weakened defenses, with lowered resistance to infections
Viral illnesses (often due to a depleted immune defense system) Allergies
Malignant cell changes; cancer
Endocrine System
Menstrual disorders Thyroid disorders (underactive, overactive,
thyroiditis) Adrenal hypofunction
Reproductive System
Infertility Premature ejaculation Impotence
Skin
Eczema Psoriasis Rashes
General
Tissue degeneration Acceleration of aging process
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