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| Statistics show that . The following conditions are some of the most common ailments. If you are experiencing any of the listed symptoms, or if you have any other health concerns, please contact your local VA to make an appointment. We are here to help you.
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A mental disorder that may affect those who have experienced a traumatic event such as war, rape, sexual assault, car accident, natural disaster, or the sudden loss of a loved one. Symptoms may include:
- Flashbacks
- Trouble sleeping
- Headaches
- Feeling numb or empty
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A group of conditions characterized by the swelling of the stomach lining.
Symptoms may include:
- Vomiting or nausea
- Appetite loss
- Belching or bloating
- A burning pain in your stomach
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An addictive disease in which a person becomes dependent on alcohol (or other substances) and is affected physically, psychologically, and behaviorally.
Symptoms may include:
- Losing interest in activities and hobbies that used to be enjoyable
- Feeling the need to drink or use a substance
- Irritable
- Physical withdrawal symptoms (nausea, sweating, shaking, etc)
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A mental disorder in which a person feels sad or blue for a period lasting longer than two weeks. Symptoms may include:
- Feeling sad, helpless, or hopeless
- Losing interest in hobbies or sex
- Constantly feeling tired
- Experiencing stomachaches or headaches
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