Thread: Stress, Anxiety and Cortisol
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Old 05-22-2013, 03:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Koi13 View Post
I had my cortisol tested and I was over the limit on the high-end at 23 (range 4.0 - 22.0). The test was done 90 minutes after I woke up.

My thyroid tested fine and according to my doc my high cortisol levels are probably due to anxiety and stress. Which I am stressed and I have anxiety.

Can high cortisol levels contribute to PN symptoms?
I once tested high for stress hormones from a urine test. But I have to admit I was suffering from daily anxiety and panic during that time of my life.
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