Stress is not always noisy. Sometimes, it appears quietly through puffy eyes, hair loss or sudden skin changes. The body is smarter than it is credit; It continues to send signals, especially when the cortisol hormone increases. But when it is too high for too long, it starts to cause more harm than good. What is often brushed away because it is only tense, can actually be the body shouting for attention. Here are 10 signs that can signal high levels of cortisol continuously.
The face is inflated, especially around the eyes
Chronic high cortisol levels can lead to the ability to hold liquid, especially around the face and eyes. According to a 2013 study published on endocrine assessments, cortisol affects the balance of salt water of the body, causing the face to appear swollen or round, especially in the morning.
Thin skin and bruising easily
High cortisol levels can break collagen, protein brings skin strength. Over time, the skin becomes more fragile, thinner and more prone to bruising even with small knocking. This is common in people with Cushing syndrome, a condition related to redundant cortisol.
Abdominal fat cannot be explained with thin arms and legs
Cortisol activates the fat around the abdomen, but at the same time, causing muscle problems in the limbs. That is why some people find the disproportionate weight gain of the Muslims around the abdomen but lose muscle in the arms and legs. Research in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism confirms this model.
Dark patches or pigments around the neck and armpits
Long -term cortisol gai can interfere with insulin regulation, resulting in a condition called acanthosis nigricans. These dark patches are the result of hormonal imbalance, not dirt.
Thin hair in the crown or sudden hair loss
Cortisol broke the hair growth cycle, especially the anagen period, causing hair loss early. Hair loss begins subtly from the scalp crown area is usually a red flag for hormonal disruption related to cortisol.
Regular skin acne, even in adulthood
Cortisol increases sebum production, clog pores and lead to acne. Worse, it slows healing, so pimples stay longer and leave deeper traces. An experimental dermatological evaluation also links cortisol to increase with chronic skin conditions such as acne and eczema.
Red or purple stretch marks can be seen on the body
While weight gain plays a role, cortisol breaks connective tissue, causing broad chains, purple red, especially on the stomach, thighs or armpits. These signs are often deeper than normal stretch marks.
Hair growth cannot be explained in women
High cortisol can indirectly stimulate androgen production (male hormone), especially in women, leading to the development of excess hair on the chin, jaw or upper lip, a condition also seen in PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome), in which cortisol plays a secondary role.
Red face or red skin without fever
When cortisol is still high, it can dilate blood vessels, making the face look red or blurry, especially stress or confusion. Persistent Flushing may indicate more than just a temporary stress.
High tension hormone is associated with higher blood pressure risk
The eyes look tired with the legs of the deep crows
Cortisol increases chronic in shortening telomeres (DNA protection head), accelerating aging. The first visible effect? The wrinkles around the eyes, low -lying appearance and dark circles do not disappear even after rest.
