sympathetic nervous system dysfunction
Sympathetic nervous system dysfunction refers to an abnormality or impairment in the functioning of the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system. This dysfunction can lead to an imbalance in the body's fight-or-flight response, causing various physical and psychological symptoms such as irregular heart rate, blood pressure fluctuations, excessive sweating, anxiety, and disrupted sleep patterns.
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