English Political Parties In 1678, a rumor spread through England that Roman Catholics were plotting to kill King Charles II and give the throne to Charles' brother, James, Duke of York (who was a Roman Catholic).
Also, when stress affects the immune system, the body can become vulnerable to infection. In the male anatomy, infections to the testes, prostate gland and urethra, can affect normal male reproductive functioning.
Higher and more prolonged levels of cortisol in the bloodstream (such as those associated with chronic stress) have been shown to have negative effects, such as: 1  Impaired cognitive performance. 2  Suppressed thyroid function. 3  Blood sugar imbalances such as hyperglycemia.  Decreased bone 1  density. Decrease in muscle tissue.  Higher blood pressure.