5 Signs of High Stress Hormone Levels in the Body

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"5 Signs of High Stress Hormone Levels in the Body"

Dream - Have you ever heard of the hormone cortisol? Cortisol is a hormone produced in the adrenal glands, which plays a role in regulating various bodily functions, including blood sugar, metabolism, immune system, blood pressure, and stress response.

Increased cortisol levels in the body can be caused by stress, medications, disorders in the pituitary or adrenal glands, and even tumors. This cortisol is often referred to as the stress hormone.

"If high levels of cortisol occur in the long term, it can cause Cushing's Syndrome, a rare condition. Therefore, it is important for us to recognize the signs and symptoms of high cortisol levels to prevent unwanted consequences. Let's find out what the signs are!"

1. Weight Gain

When cortisol levels are too high, it can disrupt metabolism and cause weight gain even without changes in eating patterns.

The translation of the given 'Bahasa' text to 'English' while preserving any HTML tags is as follows: "The high level of cortisol can also increase appetite, especially when you are stressed. It doesn't stop there, the impact of this condition can affect physical changes, you know. Some areas of the body such as the chest, stomach, face, and upper back usually appear fuller."

2. Skin and Hair Changes

People who experience Cushing's syndrome often undergo noticeable physical changes. One of them is that their skin becomes more prone to bruising, or the appearance of purple stretch marks on the stomach, thighs, or arms.

Why can this happen? This is because Cushing's Syndrome is caused by an increase in cortisol levels, a steroid hormone that can damage and weaken the top layer of the skin. Not only that, an increase in cortisol and androgen levels can also cause excessive hair growth, especially on the face and neck. In fact, this condition disrupts the normal hair growth pattern, leading to hair loss or baldness.

3. Mental Problems

People who experience Cushing's syndrome tend to frequently experience mental health symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and mood swings. Some experts argue that cortisol can affect the brain and cause these changes.

4. Fatigue and Lethargy

High cortisol levels can cause fatigue, muscle weakness, and tissue shrinkage in the shoulders, hips, and thighs. This is what then makes it difficult and uncomfortable for someone to perform daily activities.

The translation of the given text to English while preserving the HTML tags is as follows: "The high cortisol level not only affects mental health but can also have serious effects on physical health. Increased cortisol can cause osteoporosis, hypertension, and even diabetes. Therefore, you must be more cautious about the cortisol levels in your body. Report by Marha Adani Putri / Source: Health.com.Dream.co.id is available on WhatsApp Channel, follow to get the latest information on this link https:\/\/bit.ly\/DreamcoidWAChannel."

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