Question 1

can being worried/stressed cause you to lose 5-7 lbs in a week? eating the same amount and no loss in appetite.

Accepted Answer

That's a lot: That's a lot of weight loss in only 1 week, even if you're worried ; stressed.  Do you have any other symptoms?  If this continues, please see your physician.  Sometimes thyroid problems can show up this way.

Question 2

is it normal for an 18 year old to feel loss / stressed / anxious?

Accepted Answer

Feeling loss, stress: And anxious may be normal if you've experienced a significant loss or are in a stressful situation.  If the feelings persist, interfere significantly with daily functioning, or seem excessive or not connected to anything happening in your life, they may be more related to dysfunctional thinking.  The question is how to handle them.  A psychologist or counselor can help with that question.

Question 3

can being stress or anything else that can be causing temporarily loss of central vision?

Accepted Answer

Many reasons: It could be central serous retinopathy, migraine, etc. You should see an eye doctor or retina specilaist.

Question 4

what are the effects of stress?  weight loss?

Accepted Answer

See details: Numerous symptoms including headaches, loss of appetite and weight loss, insomnia, GI disturbances including diarrhea, loss of libido, etc.

Question 5

is hearing loss due to stress is permanent?

Accepted Answer

Hearing loss: Hearing loss in young people (your note indicates you're 18) may also result from overexposure to loud noises -- like ipod music turned up too loud for too long, loud concerts, etc.  Some research does link high stress with hearing loss & tinnitus.  You'll need a personal examination & discussion time with audiologist & ENT doctor to review your own condition & possible recovery.

Question 6

i already know constant stress can cause a loss of interest in sex, but can it also cause a woman to not have an orgasm ?

Accepted Answer

Sure: It's all related. Wrong setting, wrong person (even if you are alone), timing, too much on the mind, lack of sleep, fatigue, meds, alcohol, drugs, anxiety, depression, bad diet, hormonal changes (innate or brought on by stress), other factors can all play a role in desire (libido), and performance (including having an orgasm).

Question 7

what's a common way people go about dealing with large amounts of stress, and the loss of loved ones (parents, siblings etc)?

Accepted Answer

Talking to someone: I think it is a good idea to speak to a therapist, attend group therapy or enlist the help of your clergy.

Question 8

the sudden loss of speech in the middle of a conversation filled with stress, is it something to worry about?  this came for a few seconds.

Accepted Answer

Loss of speech: Symptom suggests a possible TIA ;seek a full neurologic evaluation ASAP

Question 9

can stress cause weight loss? i've been very stressed the past few weeks and eating a lot more then usual yet still losing weight. can i stop this?

Accepted Answer

Depression: I commend you for your concern about your Health
I feel empathy for stresses you are going through at age 18.
Stresses of relationships, separation can lead to Depression and use of Alcohol and Drugs due to which you may not be eating regularly, or eating fast, or ‘eating on the go”
See a Psychiatrist to discuss e for your Diagnosis, then be committed for Therapy for:
•Coping with stresses of life

Question 10

i went from 155-60lbs in dec to 143. the only change is  never eating out now and have been pretty stressed. no exercise. can these cause weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Eating out provides more calories.
Stress can decrease appetite.
Enough to cause weight loss. See your doctor if still stressed   for some help.

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What are the effects of stress? weight loss?

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Is hearing loss due to stress is permanent?

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I already know constant stress can cause a loss of interest in sex, but can it also cause a woman to not have an orgasm ?

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What's a common way people go about dealing with large amounts of stress, and the loss of loved ones (parents, siblings etc)?

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The sudden loss of speech in the middle of a conversation filled with stress, is it something to worry about? this came for a few seconds.

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Can stress cause weight loss? i've been very stressed the past few weeks and eating a lot more then usual yet still losing weight. can i stop this?

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I went from 155-60lbs in dec to 143. the only change is never eating out now and have been pretty stressed. no exercise. can these cause weight loss?

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