Consumers are feeling increasingly stressed as a result of the current financial crisis and many are suffering physical illness because of it, experts have claimed.

According to a report by USA Today, rising debt levels and record home foreclosures are causing US citizens to worry about their financial situation.

Albert Levy, a family physician, told the news provider that feelings of self-failure are adding to the stress that many people are feeling from day to day and are causing them to experience physical ailments such as exhaustion.

"Some people feel that at least if they have a real heart attack or stroke, they have a good excuse not to bring money home," he remarked.

The report points out that unlike stress ahead of a work deadline or an unwelcome appointment, financial stress is long-lasting and can develop into more serious ailments.

Katy Kamkar, a clinical psychologist at the Center for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto, told USA Today recently that stress can prompt a variety of health problems.

Those who are experiencing financial stress and anxiety may consider pay day loans to help them meet essential costs until their next pay check.

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