During final exams each year,Janet gets a bad case of bronchitis.The stress of final exams has done all of the following EXCEPT
A) lowered Janet's immunity.
B) caused her body to release substances that decrease inflammation.
C) activated her body's self-protective response that will prolong infections and delay healing.
D) resulted in a psychosomatic illness.

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The stress of final exams typically increases the release of stress hormones that can suppress the immune system and make it harder for the body to fight infections. This is likely what has caused Janet's bronchitis to worsen during exams. However, stress does not typically cause the body to release substances that decrease inflammation - in fact, it often has the opposite effect, increasing inflammation and exacerbating symptoms. Options C and D are also incorrect, as stress generally activates the body's self-protective response in order to help fight off infections and heal more quickly, and while stress can sometimes cause psychosomatic illness, this is not the most likely explanation for Janet's bronchitis.

During Final Exams Each Year,Janet Gets a Bad Case of Bronchitis.The