Signs of Stress 2

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2. Breaking Out in Hives

When your body experiences stress, it releases a chemical called histamine and—boom—hives galore. When your immune system is weakened by stress, your skin can also become irritated by things it never used to be sensitive to, such as heat, lotions, or detergent.

What to do

Put a cool, damp towel on the affected area. If that doesn’t work, take an antihistamine.