MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Chronic stress may also increase susceptibility to some types of cancer by suppressing Type 1 cytokines and protective T cells and increasing regulatory/suppressor T cell function.

Detailed explanation-2: -The immune system is directly disrupted by the endocrine response to stress. During these periods, individuals are at risk of poor immune responses to infections, wound recovery, and reduced immunity conferred from vaccinations.

Detailed explanation-3: -Also, infections like the flu virus, mono (mononucleosis), and measles can weaken the immune system for a brief time. Your immune system can also be weakened by smoking, alcohol, and poor nutrition.