So after a particularly stressful day at the office, I decided to do some writing and soul searching and (of course) research. In all of the books and articles I’ve read, there has been a comment or chapter stating that stress may worsen Endometriosis. But why?
How Stress Affects the Body:
Stress may trigger adrenal stress hormones, which may alter heart rates and blood flow. It may also impair our white blood cell count, which can lower the body’s chances of fighting infection, reduce inflammation or even prevent/limit scarring. Gals with Endo know that inflammation and scarring are two critical components of a painful Endo day. Stress may also cause or exacerbate problems such as headaches, high blood pressure, heart problems, stroke, diabetes, skin conditions, asthma, arthritis, depression, and anxiety.
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