Basic information on bipolar disorder
Almost everyone suffers symptoms of stress from time to time. Some people have these symptoms all the time. If we fail to see the symptoms as warning signs we almost certainly increase our risks of developing physical illnesses.
Common Symptoms: > Dry mouth > Headache Illnesses known to be influenced by stress: > Cancer
Many researchers believe stress may cause a suppression of the immune system.
> Stomach and Intestinal problems
In some individuals stress can cause an increase in the production of stomach
acid, contributing to ulcers of the stomach or duodenum.
> Headaches, Backaches Muscle tension, such as in the muscles of the head cause pains such as headaches > Lung Disease Stress causes people to smoke. Nicotine increases stress influencing smokers
to smoke more. > Skin Problems Eczema, hives and acne are all skin conditions associated with stress. Some of these ideas are based on Chapter One of
"Living with Stress" by Cary L. Cooper, Rachel D. Cooper & Lynn
H. Eaker A few other illnesses influenced by stress include: > Asthma > Hay fever and allergies > Hyperthyroidism: overactive thyroid gland > Migraine 260108
> Churning stomach
> Trembling
> Sweating
> Nausea
> Muscle twitches
> Muscle tension
> Cannot sleep
> Indigestion
> Palpitations
> Tiredness
> Aches and pains
> Weight gain or loss
> Eating too much or too little
> Too sleepy
> Hypertension: high blood pressure & coronary thrombosis: heart attack
Stress can cause these illness both directly and indirectly by adversely affecting
lifestyle choices such as diet.
> Rheumatoid arthritis
> Tuberculosis