Scientists call this psychoneuroimmunology, where stress can actually alter the immune system in a big way. “There are several cytokines that transport information throughout the body, particularly important here are interleukins,†says Robinson. “When you are chronically stressed, they are overpopulating, overworking, and sending mixed messages throughout the body.â€
Your immune system doesn’t know what to do with those messages, leading to real, worsening, even lasting changes in immune function. “This is why we often see autoimmune conditions develop after periods of chronic stress,†she says. “Sometimes we see Crohn’s disease, sometimes we see shingles.â€
London has also seen how ruminating in moderate stress long-term can have catastrophic impact. “It can lead to a host of destructive health issues — depression, headaches, and gastrointestinal problems like heartburn, colitis, irritable bowel syndrome,†he says. “It can also impact your ability to concentrate. It can cause insomnia. Your ability to focus on work and relationships will also be affected.â€
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