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Doctor explains the eight unexpected ways stress can show on the body
- Stress can cause visible changes in the body, not just affect the mind, due to hormonal shifts.
- Acne and skin breakouts may worsen under high stress as cortisol increases oil production.
- Chronic stress can pull hair out due to cortisol and growth cycle disruption.
- Stress can contribute to erectile dysfunction by affecting blood flow and arousal.
- Digestive issues can arise from the gut-brain axis disruption during stress.
- Sleep disturbances are common when stress keeps the body in a heightened state.
- Long-term stress may weaken the immune system, raising infection risk.
- Chronic stress can disrupt menstrual cycles in some women.
- Persistent stress can cause muscle tension and widespread aches.
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