After enduring the stress of a flood that destroyed her home and most of her possessions,Ashley's cancer began spreading more rapidly.This may have been due,in part,to her

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Reduced NK cell count. Stress, like experiencing a flood and losing one's possessions, can lead to a reduction in natural killer (NK) cell count. NK cells play a role in attacking cancer cells, so a decrease in their count could contribute to the spread of cancer. Elevated lymphocyte levels and reduced cortisol levels are typically associated with a stronger immune response, while elevated epinephrine levels can also suppress the immune system but would not directly impact NK cell count.

After Enduring the Stress of a Flood That Destroyed Her