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Chronic Stress Linked to Multiple Physical Diseases and Symptoms, Experts Warn
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First reported by Mako · 2 days ago
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Chronic stress can trigger or worsen numerous physical health issues, including skin diseases, digestive disorders, autoimmune conditions, and heart problems. Research links prolonged stress to immune dysfunction, delayed wound healing, and increased infection risk. Experts stress the importance of mental health care to mitigate these effects.
- 01Chronic stress affects nearly every body system, not just mental health.
- 02Stress can trigger or worsen psoriasis and other inflammatory skin diseases.
- 03Digestive disorders like IBS and inflammatory bowel diseases worsen with stress.
- 04Stress increases risk for autoimmune diseases by about 36%, per a large Swedish study.
- 05Chronic stress raises cardiovascular risks by affecting blood pressure and inflammation.
- 06Stress delays wound healing and increases susceptibility to infections.
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