everytime I'm under a lot of academic work or stress, I get sick. is this related?
2007-02-08 15:11:38 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
Yes, severe or prolonged stress impairs your immune system. Indirectly, stress is probably the biggest killer in our society.
2007-02-08 15:14:35 · answer #1 · answered by dukefenton 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stress is the key to affecting all our body systems. I have just gone through a similar event. No matter what I did, nothing changed the situation and the palpatations were worsening, could't sleep, etc etc. I had no option but to consult my Dr who put me on tablets.
Once I was over the hectic work load and finished studying from my three courses, I weaned myself off the tablets and have now returned to my happy self. Thank God--all my friends say.
Do not ignore your warning signs, as leads to high blood pressure and eventually heart attack. Your immune system is over worked and can no longer defend the body.
Talk to your Dr.
2007-02-08 23:24:39 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, the immune system can be greatly affected by stress! I also have experienced getting sick when I get stressed-out!
2007-02-08 23:15:59 · answer #3 · answered by zowar1363 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stress does in fact effect our immune system, as so it can not fight off infections as well.
2007-02-08 23:14:31 · answer #4 · answered by heavy_cow 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most definitely !!
Stress does unimaginable damage to our bodies; normal everyday balances are upset when stress occurs.
2007-02-08 23:20:51 · answer #5 · answered by Living In Korea 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Studies show that when you're overworked and/or tired, your immune system is weaker than it should be
2007-02-08 23:15:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anae 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go with the doc on this one, everything in your body is related. Stress causes deficiencies in your body..
2007-02-08 23:14:57 · answer #7 · answered by GC 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes...stress has a lot to do with your immune system being up to par!
2007-02-08 23:13:29 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
OMG - yes it does!!! It's totally related. Up your protein and vitamin C intake!
2007-02-08 23:14:51 · answer #9 · answered by peace_love_granola 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it can weaken your immune system.
2007-02-08 23:55:06 · answer #10 · answered by Vick 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋