Danny
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 Posted: 05/23/06 - 12:49 Post subject: |
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Prolonged stress and anxiety can cause all sorts of physical and mental problems including stomachaches.
Some stress is good but only if it’s acute and short. The a hormone cortisol is being produced and it can make us more alert, concentrated and remember things better. This is a good example of stage freight.
But if the stress and anxiety are prolonged, high levels of cortisol in the bloodstream for a long period of time is not so good and may cause a variety of symptoms like impaired memory, learning, thinking, etc; thyroid problems, problems with blood sugar, unexplained weight gain, high blood pressure, lower immunity and other health problems.
It would be best if you could find a way to get rid of your phobias. You may try different relaxing techniques, behavioral therapy like talking with someone,,,,,,whatever makes you calm and relaxed. Otherwise, your problems may not go away.
Of course you should see a doctor to check if there’s an underlying condition that could be causing your stomachaches. |
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