Stress can cause damage to the stomach by .

increasing a person’s appetite, which can overload the stomach.

decreasing a person’s appetite, which leads to less food in the stomach and increased danger of infection

disrupting the blood flow through the digestive system, which can lead to ulcers.

increasing the amount of stomach acid, which can lead to ulcers.

B) Decreasing a person’s appetite, which leads to less food in the stomach and increased danger of infection

Explanation:

Stress may make pain, bloating, nausea and other stomach discomfort felt more easily. Vomiting may occur if the stress is severe enough. Furthermore, stress may cause an unnecessary increase or decrease in appetite.Anxiety triggers emotional and psychological changes in your body to help you deal with the pressure. These changes often affect the stomach and digestive tract and can make you lose your appetite. If stress is the reason, your hunger usually returns once you're feeling more relaxed.