How can i tell if i have a stress-induced illness?

Stress & illness: Stress is responded to by two tiny glands called the adrenals. If the adrenals are over working, the hormones they produce may begin to break you down (see cushing's like syndrome). If the adrenals are fatigued, you have a host of symptoms resembling addison's disease. I am not implying that you have any of these diseases, but physiologically your body will manifest with similar symptoms.

Stress: Have a comprehensive physical examination by your internist, and discuss with him or her what is going on in your life.

Stress: First, need to rule out physiological causes, thru comprehensive physical exam & lab workup. If all is clear, consult a therapist to help u work on stress management.