Stress can lead to health problems that you wouldn't even suspect to be the cause. These are some of them.
1. Irritable bowel
The pain is caused by muscle spasms in the intestine, and although symptoms vary from person to person, they generally include abdominal pain, discomfort, diarrhea or constipation, as well as bloating. Experts say that stress is the main cause of these symptoms.
"It's impossible to completely eliminate stress, but there are things you can do that will help. Try exercise or simple breathing techniques to help you calm down. It will also help if you talk to someone about what is bothering you. And if you really can't avoid the symptoms, always have medicine with you," says Dr. Henderson.
2. Excessive sweating
Sweat from heat or exercise is produced by the external secretion of the sweat gland, while sweat caused by stress is secreted from the apocrine gland.
"Although excessive sweating can be a bit of a taboo subject, if it's interfering with your daily life, you may want to see a doctor."
3. Bruxism (grinding or, better known, teeth grinding)
Bruxism can go unnoticed, especially since the most common symptom is a headache, usually concentrated around the eyelids. Other symptoms include sleep disturbances, pain in the ear and muscle spasms in the jaw, neck and shoulders. Also, grinding your teeth can damage the enamel of your teeth and break them. Bruxism usually occurs during sleep.
4. Hair loss
Exposure to stress for a long period of time often results in hair loss. It is believed that hair loss is the result of stress hormones, which cause hair follicles to "enter" a state of hibernation. This is why the hair falls out when you wash or comb it.
5. Insomnia
Stress and sleepless nights go "hand in hand". Hormones caused by stress lead our body to a state that disrupts the balance between sleep and wakefulness.
"If you are under stress and know that it will be difficult for you to fall asleep, avoid looking at the screen (TV, computer, mobile phone) at least two hours before going to bed, because it has been shown that they disrupt sleep. Exercising that day or engaging in some activity will help you fall asleep quickly, because you will be nicely tired."
6. Fatigue
Burnout is a chronic feeling like you lack motivation or energy, as a result of stress-induced insomnia.
"Under the influence of stress, you will feel tired even if you are resting. And this is the key difference between ordinary fatigue and stress-induced fatigue. It is important to identify the cause of the stress. Meditation, exercise can help, and if it continues, consult a doctor, because fatigue can lead to serious health problems."
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