Repeated and prolonged episodes of stress can cause a state of exhaustion within the immune system which can ultimately cause
A)a decreased secretion of insulin
B)an overproduction of estrogens
C)an overproduction of antibodies
D)an overwhelming infection
E)an increased storage of glycogen

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The third stage of a prolonged stress response is exhaustion when glycogen and fat stores have gone. The immune system cannot find the energy to continue functioning. This is when a deep physical illness takes over. Body muscle wastes away, and heart and kidney failure or overwhelming infection are the end result.

Repeated and Prolonged Episodes of Stress Can Cause a State