Question 1

prolonged emotional stress makes my pvcs worse and stronger and also pain in my left lower jaw near chin, arm. 3 years heart fully tests and fine. why?

Accepted Answer

Stress response: Assuming that you're heart is good, these sound like stress responses and perhaps over concern too.  Prolonged stress can result in physical problems, so find ways to reduce stress.  Relaxation techniques, meditation, managing thoughts, and energy tapping can help.  Consulting a therapist for help with stress is also highly recommended.

Question 2

how does one let out emotional stress?

Accepted Answer

Proper thinking: Improper thinking like worrying or angry thinking will lead to stress.  Mindfull thinking like medication is the cure for stress.

Question 3

can emotional stress make you lose 20lbs?

Accepted Answer

Yes: People respond to emotional stress in different ways. Losing weight is a common response. But you should rule out other physical issues if you lost 20lbs and don't know why. Looking into therapy is not a bad idea, even if it is just for an adjustment period. Best wishes.

Question 4

do boys have the same amount of emotional stress?

Accepted Answer

Probably: But they have more problems recognizing and verbalizing emotions--when they feel bad they try to make themselves feel better through compulsive activities (exercise work chemical dependencies etc).

Question 5

emotional stress with physical consequences, what to do?

Accepted Answer

To address stress:: Talk about feelings ; address problems. Don't avoid them. Aim for 7.5 - 8 hours of sleep/ night. Daily physical activity is optimal in a green space. Eat healthfully. Cut out junk carbs, caffeine ; alcohol (or  moderate). Try qi gong, tai chi, acupuncture, acupressure, homeopathy, meditation, yoga, exercise program, deep breathing exercises or progressive muscle relaxation.

Question 6

how to treat emotional stress?

Accepted Answer

To address stress:: Talk about feelings ; address problems. Don't avoid them. Aim for 7.5 - 8 hours of sleep/ night. Daily physical activity is optimal in a green space. Eat healthfully. Cut out junk carbs, caffeine ; alcohol (or  moderate). Try qi gong, tai chi, acupuncture, acupressure, homeopathy, meditation, yoga, exercise program, deep breathing exercises or progressive muscle relaxation.

Question 7

can you get a headache from emotional stress?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, tension headache is one example.

Question 8

could emotional stress cause physical illness?

Accepted Answer

Stress & illness: Definitely.  Emotional stress produces hundreds of changes in your body.  If stress occurs too often or stays too long, those changes can push body systems beyond normal range and cause dysfunction.  Chronic stress exhausts the body and decreases immune functions making you more vulnerable to many illnesses.

Question 9

could adrenalin and emotional stress cause a prominent u wave here and there?

Accepted Answer

U waves are: commonly seen in young athletic individuals, and can be more common in states of high epinephrine. Check w/your doctor.

Question 10

can emotional stress wreck your body and deplete essential vitiamns such as magnesium etc? how can it affect you long term?

Accepted Answer

See PCP first.: Emotional stress can affect the whole body's functioning. See your pcp who can eliminate other medical problems or refer you to appropriate specialist.

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