5. Stomach Issues
Many people who are under high amounts of stress develop issues with their stomach. This issues can include indigestion, acid reflux (heartburn), stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, bloating, excess gas, or even irritable bowel syndrome, a condition that causes diarrhea and constipation.
When the stress response is activated, virtually every part of the body is affected, including the gastrointestinal tract.
If you are experiencing high amounts of stress over a long period of time, it stands to reason that issues with the stomach would arise. This can compound anxiety, which in turn, can make your stress even worse.