Stress comes in many forms.Some of these are emotional symptoms, such as moodiness and irritability, while others may manifest as physical problems.

The problem with this physiological phenomenon is that you may simply dismiss these problems as harmless things. Not only that, data shows that stress is increasing, making problems more of a byproduct of daily life than health complications that need to be managed. But if stress isn’t addressed, it can have serious consequences: It can lead to heart problems, sleep disorders, depressive symptoms, and more.

It goes without saying that it is important to determine if you are experiencing emotional health issues. Can’t tell if you’re feeling highly stressed? Here are some of the ways your body may tell you you’re stressed:

1. Your muscles are throbbing.

Sprained neck? Tight shoulders? It’s probably not because of a new workout or a bad pillow. When you’re stressed, your muscles are put under a lot of stress, which can manifest as strains or injuries. For men, lower back pain can be a common side effect of stress, while women often experience upper back problems, Reader’s Digest recently reported. Can someone please say “massage time?”

2. You have a headache.

Speaking of nervousness, you can also collect it in your head. A stress headache, a dull, band-like pain that feels like a band around your head, occurs when you feel highly stressed. Over-the-counter pain relievers (such as ibuprofen) may help relieve pain, or stress practices such as meditation or yoga may provide some relief.

3. You’re thirsty.

When you feel anxious, it causes your adrenal glands (small glands on top of your kidneys) to pump stress hormones into your body. Adrenal fatigue may also cause fluctuations in other hormones, including decreases in compounds that affect electrolyte and fluid levels. So if you feel thirsty, it could be due to your stress.

4. You’re sweating.

If you’ve ever had to give a presentation with clammy hands or damp underarms, you know what we’re talking about. Excessive sweating due to stress, known as hyperhidrosis, can affect anyone who feels more anxious than usual. Try some stress management techniques, such as deep breathing or listening to soothing music, to help lower your stress levels immediately.

5. Your hair is falling out.

Shedding may be more than just mild irritation. There are several conditions that can cause hair loss due to excessive stress: Telogen effluvium, which causes hair to fall out over time simply by brushing or washing your hair; Trichotillomania, a condition that causes hair pulling ; In alopecia areata, the body’s immune system begins to attack hair follicles.If you notice more standing loss than usual, talk to your doctor.

6. You’re running to the bathroom a lot.

If you experience stomach problems, such as cramps or frequent need to go to the bathroom, you may want to consider managing your stress. As Everyday Health points out, anxiety can lead to digestive problems. Here it is:

When stress activates the “flight or fight” response in the central nervous system, digestion comes to a halt because the central nervous system shuts down blood flow, affects the contraction of digestive muscles, and reduces the secretions needed for digestion.

7. You’re not feeling too hot.

A runny nose and stress go hand in hand. Research shows that stress can make you more susceptible to illnesses like the common cold. Not only that, but some chronic conditions, such as migraines, can flare up after a stressful period. This phenomenon is called the “relaxation effect” and occurs once your body finally relaxes.

When you feel stressed, your body releases cortisol, also known as the stress hormone. Experts say this hormone protects your body from pain in the moment (hello, adrenaline!), but once it calms down, it brings your body back into balance, which can set the stage for pain.

8. You have tooth troubles.

Teeth clenching or grinding can happen without you realizing it, even in the middle of the night while you are asleep. And the culprit is—you guessed it—stress. Grinding or clenching your teeth not only causes jaw pain, but it also puts you at risk of chipping or damaging your pearly whites. Dentists recommend relaxation techniques and, in severe cases, wearing a mouthguard while sleeping.

9. You see a different number on the scale.

Small changes in weight are not a big deal (after all, we can fluctuate back and forth throughout the day). But if you experience a larger rise or fall, something may be happening. Changes in appetite are one of the more common signs of stress and may be a sign that the problem needs to be addressed.

To control the risk of weight change, experts recommend eating a healthy diet, getting enough sleep, and exercising. Not only do they help with weight loss, but both moves essentially help curb stress.

0. Your memory is foggy.

Be careful if you lose your keys multiple times. According to CNN, memory instability is linked to excessive stress. Chronic stress can reduce spatial memory, the part of the brain that helps you remember places, objects and other more mundane things.

Does any of this sound familiar? Try one of these stress-relieving techniques.Relax – your body needs it.