4 stages of adrenal dysfunction we should be aware of: Expert explains

Adrenal dysfunction is caused by low or high levels of Cortisol in the body. here's all that you need to know.

Published on: Feb 21, 2024 5:25 PM IST

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High or low levels of cortisol in the body can lead to certain stress responses. "Why the difference in symptoms? It depends on which stage of adrenal dysfunction that you are experiencing," wrote Naturopathic Doctor Corina Dunlap. Here are four stages of adrenal dysfunction that the body experiences. (Unsplash)

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Alarm reaction: In this stage, the body gets alarmed by something small. The body also starts producing a large number of hormones required for an adequate stress response.  (Unsplash)

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Resistance response: The entire hormone circuit starts to dysregulate in this stage. The body starts to feel exhausted.  (Unsplash)

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Adrenal exhaustion: In this stage the body starts to experience the effects of adrenal crash. Frequent illnesses and feelings of fatigue and anxiety are common.  (Unsplash)

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Burnout: In this stage, the adrenal glands go functionally offline, and it takes a lot of effort to bring the body and mind back into balance. (Unsplash)