Other conditions that can occur with post-traumatic stress disorder

Other conditions often occur along with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), including:

• Depression.
• Anxiety or anxiety disorders.
• Substance abuse (often alcohol use problems).
• High blood pressure (hypertension).
• Asthma.
• Peptic ulcer.
• Somatization disorder (a condition that causes symptoms for which there appear to be no physical cause).

Author:	Stuart J. Bryson Christine Wendt, R.D., L.D.	Last Updated June 13, 2005
Medical Review:	Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine Malin K. Clark, MD, FRCPC - Psychiatry Jessica Hamblen, PhD - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
This information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. For more information, click here.