Missy, Yes, it is entirely possible that your one-time accident could have resulted from stress and being sick, especially if you also had anything with alcohol or caffeine (which cause the body to produce more urine) to drink that night before going to bed, or if you didn't go to the bathroom right before you went to bed. Factors like stress can cause you to sleep more deeply than normal, and so you might not wake up to make it to the bathroom in time even if you otherwise would. From what I've seen on this site, I think a lot of adults have this happen once in a great while, and as long as it remains an isolated incident I don't think you have anything to worry about. If it happens again, you probably should see a doctor and get checked for a bladder infection, which could also be a cause of this problem. I hope all goes well for you and that you don't have to face too much embarrassment in the aftermath of this. If you have any more questions, you are welcome to write me at smallblad77@hotmail.com.