I just read a reference to my appearance after returning from combat ... and it made me want to cry. Even as i type this I'm having to hold back the tears and the little panic sensation i feel in my chest and stomach.

This is a common reaction when I hear of others returning from combat or reunion with family.

Is it PTSD or just an emotional reaction to old memories? All I know for sure is that it's a pretty strong reaction to something that happened so long ago.

T.